SHAWAFBI48-148 — Radiation Safety Program

SHAWAFBI48-148 governs radiation safety, including control of radioactive materials and radiation-producing devices at Shaw Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: SHAWAFBI48-148
  • Title: RADIATION SAFETY PROGRAM
  • Date: 2014-12-16

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It describes the Radiation Safety and As Low as Reasonably Achievable Programs for SAFB. It covers non-ionizing and ionizing radiation, RAM permits, receipt or shipment, storage, movement, and disposition, and requires control of RAM and radiation-producing devices.

Applies to: It applies to all activities conducted on Shaw Air Force Base (SAFB) to include its tenant units as well as contractors who possess, use, handle, or store sources of radiation within the SAFB installation.

Topics covered

  • Radiation Safety Program
  • As Low as Reasonably Achievable Programs
  • Non-ionizing radiation
  • Ionizing radiation
  • Radioactive Materials permits
  • Radioactive Materials storage and movement
  • Radiation-producing devices

Questions and answers

When must a unit appoint a radiation safety officer?

Appoint in writing a radiation safety officer if their unit or workplace uses and/or possesses radioactive material or radiation-producing devices. (paragraph 2)

What is required of a RAM Permit Radiation Safety Officer?

The PRSO must be a member of the using organization, and meet education and experience requirements in AFI 40-201. (paragraph 48-148)

Who handles requests to use radioactive materials or radiation-producing devices?

Act as central point of contact for all requests to use RAM or radiation-producing devices, including those by contractors. (paragraph 48-139)

What program must the Installation Radiation Safety Officer manage?

Manage the Thermoluminescent Dosimetry (TLD) Program IAW AFMAN 48-125 . (paragraph 48-139)

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