Spillage, radioactive source
Measures for spillages or accidents involving open radioactive sources
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- In the event of contamination of individuals’ skin or clothing:
- Wash thoroughly, if necessary take a shower.
- Change soiled clothing.
- If the radioactive source has entered the body, consult a doctor.
- Provide information to others regarding the accident.
- Use necessary protective equipment:
- Lab coat.
- Shoe covers.
- Gloves.
- Find the necessary equipment.
- Paper towels.
- Soap.
- Waste bin.
- Measuring equipment.
- Put paper towels on the spillage. If both the floor and bench are contaminated, start with the floor.
- Wipe from the outer edge towards the centre. Change paper often.
- Use soap and water if necessary.
- Check the result with the measuring equipment (Geiger Müller counter or using a wipe test).
- Wash until the measurements correspond to the background measurements.
- Document the measurement results.
- Report the non-conformance in the electronic HSE non-conformance system in UiBHelp. and inform the local radiation protection coordinator and the line manager (the immediate superior).
- In addition, we are required to report accidents and abnormal incidents to the Norwegian Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (DSA).Written notification must be sent from the company to the Directorate as soon as possible and no later than within 3 working days.
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06.09.2023