Radioisotope Safety in the Laboratory Online Class
From RCRA/EPA Training Online Courses
Radiation exposure from use of radioactive materials can cause adverse health effects. Using exposure controls and following safe work practices help minimize radiation exposures and prevent radiation contamination of work areas and equipment. After completing this course, learners will be able to identify safety issues associated with radioisotopes commonly used in the laboratory environment, describe health hazards associated with radiation, identify exposure control methods and monitoring techniques, and follow appropriate emergency procedures.
Who Should Take This Course?
Employees that are in a research environment, and/or laboratory environment.
Course Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Identify safety issues associated with radioisotopes commonly used in the laboratory environment
- Describe health hazards associated with radiation
- Identify exposure control methods and monitoring techniques
- Follow appropriate emergency procedures
Completion Instructions, Requirements, and Checklist
Assessment Quiz on completion of the module.
CEU’s, Duration, Prerequisites
Duration: 1-2 Hours
Prerequisites: No prerequisites are assigned to this course.
Course Topics
- Emergency Response
- Exposure Controls
- Health Effects
- Program Elements
- Radiation Basics
- Radioactive Waste Handling
- Survey Requirements
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