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DOE-STD-1098-99
Radiological Control
Radiological Health Support Operations
June 2004
Swipe surveys for removable contamination should be recorded in units of disintegrations per minute per 100 cm2
7.
(dpm/100 cm2). For swipe surveys of small items covering less than 100 cm2, the results should be recorded in
units of dpm per area swiped. If contamination levels exceed the range of the available count rate meters, the
swipes should be analyzed by holding an appropriate exposure rate meter within one half inch and the results
should be recorded in units of millirad or rad per hour.
8.
Large area wipes are encouraged and should be used to supplement standard swipe techniques in areas generally
assumed not to be contaminated, such as entrances to radiological areas. If an evaluation indicates that an area
wiped is contaminated, a thorough contamination swipe survey should be performed.
9.
Areas identified as either contaminated with, or having the potential for being contaminated with, highly radioactive
particles ("hot particles") should be surveyed using special swipe techniques to collect hot particles, such as tape
and large area wipes.
555 Airborne Radioactivity Monitoring
1.
In addition to the requirements of Article 551, air monitoring programs should be established to ensure that airborne
radioactivity monitoring is performed at a frequency that is consistent with the existing and potential hazards and
activities planned in the area. Selection of air monitoring equipment should be based on the specific job being
monitored. Air monitoring equipment includes portable and fixed air sampling equipment and continuous air
monitors.
2.
Air sampling equipment shall be used where an individual is likely to receive an annual exposure of 40 or more
Derived Air Concentration (DAC) hours [see 835.403(a)(1)]. This intake generally represents a committed
effective dose equivalent to an individual of approximately 100 millirem. Samples shall also be taken as necessary
to characterize the hazard in areas where respiratory protection devices have been prescribed for protection against
airborne radionuclides [see 835.403(a)(2)]. Air samples should be adequate to evaluate the concentrations of
airborne radioactive materials at the individual's work locations.
3.
Real-time (or continuous) air monitors are used to provide early warning to individuals of events that could lead to
substantial unplanned exposures to airborne radioactivity. Such exposures could result from a breakdown of
engineered controls or improper establishment of boundaries during work that creates airborne radioactivity. Real-
time air monitoring as necessary to detect and provide warning of airborne radioactivity concentrations that warrant
immediate action to terminate inhalation of airborne radioactive material [see 835.403(b)].
4.
Air sampling equipment should be positioned to measure air concentrations to which individuals are exposed. If
this cannot be achieved, a program of personal breathing-zone air sampling should be initiated.
5.
Air monitoring equipment shall be routinely calibrated and maintained on an established frequency [see
835.401(b)]. Air monitoring equipment should be calibrated at least once each year. Continuous air monitors
should be capable of measuring 1 DAC when averaged over 8 hours (8 DAC-hours) under laboratory conditions.
6.
Real-time air monitoring equipment required by Article 555.3 should have alarm capability and sufficient
sensitivity to alert individuals that immediate action is necessary to minimize or terminate inhalation exposures.
7.
A technical basis document should be developed for the airborne radioactivity monitoring program. The technical
basis document should provide the basis for air monitor selection, placement, and operation.
8.
The proper operation of continuous air monitoring equipment should be verified daily by performing an operational
check. Operational checks should include positive air-flow indication, non-zero response to background activity,
and internal check sources or 60 Hz electronic checks when available. Real-time air monitoring equipment
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