Internal Monitoring - hdbk-1130-98

DOE-HDBK-1130-98

Module 5: Personnel Monitoring Programs

Instructor's Notes

Internal Monitoring

Whole body counters, chest counters, and/or

bioassay samples may be used to monitor

radioactive material in the human body. In some

cases, the locations of radioactive material may be

determined. An internal dose estimate may be

performed based on these measurements.

Purpose of each type of internal monitoring.

EO2 State the purpose and

(Insert facility-specific information.)

work responsibilities for

each type of internal

monitoring method used at

Worker responsibilities

the site.

(Insert facility-specific information.)

Methods for Obtaining Radiation Dose Records

Individuals who are monitored for exposure at DOE

EO3 State the method for

facilities have the right to request reports of that

obtaining radiation dose

exposure as follows:

records.

Upon the request from an individual terminating

employment, records of radiation dose shall be

provided by the DOE facility within 90 days. If

requested, a written estimate of radiation exposure

received by the terminating employee shall be

provided at the time of termination.

Each individual required to be monitored for

radiation exposure at a DOE facility shall receive a

report of that exposure on an annual basis.

Detailed information concerning any individual's

dose shall be made available to the individual upon

request of that individual.