Adequacy of radiation protection programs against the requirements of regulations

DOE-STD-1174-2003

Describe several performance indicators that would indicate the need to conduct a

radiation protection audit.

Describe the key elements of an assessment appraisal report.

Explain methods used to select interview candidates and conduct interviews for the

assessment process.

Describe how corrective actions/recommendations are developed and

communicated to line management.

Describe administrative methods used to track and provide closure of identified

deficiencies.

25.

Radiation protection personnel shall demonstrate the ability to evaluate the

adequacy of radiation protection programs against the requirements of

regulations, Department of Energy (DOE) Orders and rules pertaining to radiation

protection.

Supporting Knowledge and/or Skills

Describe the scope, contents, development, review and approval process for a

site's documented Radiation Protection Program as required by 10 CFR

835.101(a).

Using the documents listed below, prepare an action plan which adequately outlines

interviews and observations to be conducted, and details documents to review

during an evaluation of contractor compliance with radiation protection

requirements:

10 CFR 835, Occupational Radiation Protection

Implementation Guidance for use with 10 CFR 835, Occupational Radiation

Protection

DOE Order 5400.5, Ch. 2, Radiation Protection of the Public and the

Environment or 10 CFR 834, Radiation Protection of the Public and the

Environment, when promulgated

DOE Order 5480.19, Ch. 2, Conduct of Operations Requirements for DOE

Facilities

DOE-STD-1098-99, Department of Energy Standard - Radiological Control

DOE Order 5480.4, Ch. 4, Environmental Protection, Safety, and Health

Protection Standards

DOE Order 460.1B, Packaging and Transportation Safety

Using an appropriate level of coverage, conduct an evaluation of contractor

compliance with radiation protection requirements. During this evaluation,

demonstrate the ability to properly conduct interviews, observations, and document

reviews.

Given data from an evaluation, analyze the results of the evaluation to determine

contractor compliance or noncompliance with the requirements.

Given the results from an analysis of contractor compliance or noncompliance,

document the results and communicate the results to contractor and Department

line management.