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Module 9: Radioactive Contamination Control

Instructor's Notes

MODULE INTRODUCTION

A. Self Introduction

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Background

B. Module Overview

This module is designed to inform the worker about

radioactive contamination and discuss methods used to

control the spread of contamination.

C. Objectives Review

Introduce objectives.

D. Introduction

Contamination control is one of the important aspects of

radiological protection. Using proper contamination control

practices helps to ensure a safe working environment. It is

important for all employees to recognize potential sources

of contamination and to use appropriate contamination

control methods.

MODULE OUTLINE

II.

A. Comparison of Ionizing Radiation and Radioactive

Contamination

Energy (particles or rays) emitted from radioactive

atoms or generated from machines such as X-ray

machines that can cause ionization (e.g., gamma rays,

X rays, beta particles, and other particles capable of

ionizing atoms).