Preparation of Wqork Area and Materials

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PREPARATION OF WORK AREA AND MATERIALS

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IDENTIFY methods used to control radioactive contamination.

Appropriate Selection of Work Area

The work station should not present an exposure potential to another individual

within the laboratory or to the adjacent laboratory. The work station should not

conflict with other work within the laboratory (i.e., strong gamma emitters near low

background counting equipment, etc.).

Preparation of Work Areas

1. Minimize area

Confine operations involving radioactive materials to as small a space as

practical.

2. Clear area

Clear area of extraneous items and material.

3. Work surface

Cover area as appropriate. Diaper paper should be placed absorbent side up.

4. Containment

Use trays when appropriate.