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DOE-HDBK-1106-97
Lesson Plan
Instructor's Notes
o
Avoiding unstable (top heavy) containers or
arrangements.
o
Using secondary containment for liquids.
3.
Leaking containers
o
Report all suspected leaks immediately to the
Radiological Control Organization.
o
If the material is highly toxic, evacuate everyone
from the area.
o
Leaking containers should be placed in a fume
hood if it can be done safely.
4.
Handling spills
EO9: STATE the
appropriate response to a
One simple method utilized for response to spills is the
spill of radioactive
acronym SWIMS, which stands for:
material.
Discuss and demonstrate
o
Stop the spill.
facility/room-specific
response to a spill.
o
Warn others.
o
Isolate the area.
o
Minimize exposure.
o
Secure the ventilation system. If the spill
involves volatile chemical or volatile or gaseous
radionuclides, the ventilation may need to be left
on. Add facility-specific information.
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