List of items in risk assessment of work involving sources of radiation

Issues that must be ascertained in risk assessments for work involving sources of radiation:

• Does the project comply with the approvals granted to UiO for use of radiation?
• Are there any other methods that do not involve the use of sources of radiation (obligation to substitute)?
• Does the use of these sources of radiation involve any special requirements for the design of premises, such as ventilation, ventilation cabinets or shielding of walls, floors and ceilings?
• Are any physical safety mechanisms required, such as door interlock, warning lights etc.?
• How are the sources of radiation to be disposed of?
• Does the use of these sources of radiation require any special training?
• Does the transport of these sources of radiation involve any special requirements?
• Are targeted health checks required by legislation?

Document ID

• Compiled by: HSE Unit
• Date of audit: 22.08.2012
• Version: 1
• Case and document no. in ePhorte: 2012/11454-52