Radiological Protection

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*A.11 Radiological Protection

The purpose of this subject area is to enable the candidate or incumbent to attain an advanced

knowledge of the facility radiological protection program as it relates to maintenance activities.

Topics for consideration include:

SUBJECT

TOPIC

Policies and procedures related to radiological protection

Radiological

10 CFR 835, "Occupational Radiation Protection," DOE

Protection

Radiological Control Standard, and company administrative

policies concerning the exposure of workers to external and

internal radiation, including pregnant females

Radiological responsibilities of maintenance supervisors and

maintenance workers

Controls for limiting lifetime exposure

Minimizing dose to workers (time, distance, shielding)

Methods of controlling radioactive contamination at the source

and controlling access to radiologically controlled areas

Personnel actions required during unusual radiological situations

Hot particle control during maintenance activities

Use of mockups and pre-briefs to reduce radiation exposure

Methods of minimizing generation of solid radioactive waste and

hazardous mixed wastes

ALARA program at the facility

Further guidance on this subject area is provided in the DOE Guide to Good Practices for

Training and Qualification of Maintenance Personnel.

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