Module 107 - Course Summary

DOE-HDBK-1113-98

Radiological Safety Traning for Uranium Facilities

Module 107 - Course Summary

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MODULE 107 - Course Summary

This training course provides a basic understanding of the characteristics of uranium and the

general precautions and controls needed for working in a uranium facility. After this course,

participants should be aware of the following basic concepts:

physical properties of uranium

radioactive properties of uranium

chemical properties of uranium

toxicological propertes and biological effects of uranium on the body

sources of uranium

uranium operations and processes

external dose measurements

external dose reduction and control techniques

internal dose measurements

internal dose reduction and control techniques

factors affecting criticality

criticality safety policies and controls

emergency response for uranium incidents at your facility

The modules included in this training provide a base of general knowledge to better understand

facility-spec ific proced ures and trai ning.