Source Retrieval Protocols (9)

Question 1

Pre-Retrieval Steps

Answer 1

• Remain calm
• Stop and Think
• Do not panic (attempt to fix/shield again)
• Insure radiation boundaries and/or adjust (0.1mSv/h)
• No one in roped off area
• notify all NEW workers on site
• move to safe area
• constantly monitor exposure device
• seek assistance
• notify RSO and client
• bring in emergency equipment
• wearing TLD, DRD, PAD (read and record DRD)

Question 2

Upon the arrival of the RSO during an operational emergency, provide all information including:

Answer 2

• circumstances that caused the emergency situation
• steps taken to limit exposure
• names of people who may have been exposed

Question 3

Retrieval Steps

Answer 3

• action plan
• quick and efficient
• time each operation
• approach from angle of least intensity
• Record DRD reading after each attempt

Question 4

Post-Retrieval Steps

Answer 4

• Lock the exposure device
• Take a surface dose reading and record
• Tag problematic equipment + remove from service until inspected and approved for service
• store and secure for transport
• drop barriers and signs
• advise site supervisor
• record names, serial numbers and readings of all involved
• prepare an incident report

Question 5

What is included in an Incident Report?

Answer 5

• Nature, date and location
• Probable cause
• Information about exposure device
• Names of all involved, serial numbers and readings
• recovery procedure and remedial actions taken
• temporary repair actions
• recommendations for prevention