Responsibilities of the worker when using an RWP

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Module 6: Radiological Access Controls and Postings

Instructor's Notes

Pre-job briefing requirements.

Pre-job briefings generally consist of discussions

among workers and supervisor(s) concerning various

radiological aspects of the job. The purpose of the

briefings should be to discuss radiological exposure

and appropriate actions for unplanned situations.

Required level of training for entry.

Protective clothing/equipment requirements.

Radiological Control coverage requirements and stay

time controls, as applicable.

Limiting radiological condition that may void the

permit.

Special dose or contamination reduction.

considerations.

Special personnel frisking considerations.

Technical work document to be used, as applicable.

Date of issue and expiration.

Authorizing signatures and unique identifying

designation or number.

Responsibilities of the worker when using an RWP

EO2 Identify the worker's

responsibilities in using

Radiological Work Permits.

Workers must read and comply with the RWP

requirements.

Workers must acknowledge they have read,

understood, and agreed to comply with the RWP

prior to entering the area and after any revision to the

RWP. This is done by signature or through

electronic means.

Radiological Control or a supervisor should be

contacted prior to work if the RWP appears to be

incorrect or is difficult to understand.

Do not make substitutions for specified requirements.

Report to Radiological Control personnel if

radiological controls are not adequate or are not

being followed.