Observation - std55050133

DOE-EM-STD-5505-96

Operations and maintenance personnel knowledge, training, and ability in radiological control,

including basic knowledge, job knowledge, worker responsibilities, etc.

Radiological control personnel knowledge, training, and ability to include technicians, staff,

and management

Personnel exposure control and use of dosimetry

Use and calibration of radiation measuring equipment

Control of radioactive material and contamination

Functional relationship between the Radiological Control Organization and the Operations

Department

6.19.3 Observation. Observations of radiological control should be conducted during

walkthroughs and tours with operators, shift supervisors, and radiological control technicians.

Walkthroughs with operations department personnel should be used to evaluate their knowledge

and skills regarding:

Minimizing personnel exposure

Use of dosimetry

Requirements for personnel monitoring and contamination control

Use of and adherence to the requirements contained in radiological work permits, including

the use of personnel protective equipment

Radiological postings

Observations of radiological control technicians should focus on the items listed above, but should

also include:

The conduct of radiological surveys

Calibration and use of monitoring instruments

Control of radioactive sources

Dosimetry control and operations

Control of radioactive material and contamination

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