Radiological Emergency Situations

DOE-HDBK-1130-98

2. Airborne Contamination Monitors

Types and purpose

Operational check (if appropriate)

Alarms

Appropriate response

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3. Disregard for Radiological Alarms

Disregarding any of these radiological alarms may lead to:

Possible excessive radiation dose

Unnecessary spread of contamination

Unnecessary personal contamination

Disciplinary action

B. Radiological Emergency Situations

Working in a radiological environment requires more precautionary measures than

performing the same job in a nonradiological setting. If an emergency arises during

radiological work, response actions may be necessary to ensure personnel safety.

1. Personnel injuries in areas controlled for radiological purposes.

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2. Situations that require immediate exit from an area controlled for radiological purpose.

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3. An accidental breach of a radioactive system or spill of radioactive material

a. For radioactive spills involving highly toxic chemicals, workers should immediately

exit the area without attempting to stop or secure the spill. They should then

promptly notify Industrial Hygiene or the Hazardous Material team and Radiological

Control personnel.