Working Safely Around FT-50

Sources

Frank SzokeOMNIFISSION Inc.

Fill Level Gauge filtec® FT-50

100mCi Am-241 filtec® source

100mCi source – side view

100mCi source – front view

• Protection from Radiation Hazards - Time » The less time spent near the source, the

smaller the dose

- Distance » Maximizing distance minimizes dose

- Shielding » Intervening material can block radiation

FT-50 Bottle Radiation Bar

Emergency Procedures

• Secure a Safe Area - Minimum safe distance of 5 meters

• Restrict Safe Area - Easily observable barrier with warning signs - If possible, do not leave the area unattended

• Contact Supervisor - CNSC Interface

• Call Appropriate Emergency Personnel - Inform them of presence of gauges

Emergency Procedures

• Re-admittance to area requires - Dose rate monitoring - Contamination monitoring

• The CNSC must be notified: - Within 48 hours of the incident - Within 24 hours if material is lost or

stolen

Safety Overview

Close the shutter when:

- When unit is down for extended periods

- performing maintenance on line or

detector

- performing leak tests

Summary

When working with radioactive material: - Consider your time around material

- Remember to stay at a safe working distance - DO NOT attempt to bypass any shielding - Wear any required protective clothing - Wear any required TLD or DRD monitors in the most appropriate place - Only work in designated areas - Clean work area after use - Keep an inventory of all radioisotopes - Know what to do in an emergency