Single Course
Industrial
Radiation Awareness and Unsealed Radioactive Sources Training Course
Specifically designed as a stand-alone program for employees working with unsealed sources, this course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently manage radioactive materials in a lab environment.
2 Days
Virtual Class
English
Identifier: 118757878
Course Overview
What you'll learn
Specifically designed as a stand-alone program for employees working with unsealed sources, this course provides the necessary knowledge and skills to confidently manage radioactive materials in a lab environment.
Participants who successfully complete the competency tests will be issued with a Certificate of Completion.
Who This Course Is For
This course is suitable for:
- Laboratory managers
- Nuclear medical technologists
- OH&S / WH&S professionals
- Radiation use licence
About this course
Many people are required to work with radioactive material, and it is important to understand the potential hazards of ionising radiation. The SGS Radiation Safety Awareness and Unsealed Radioactive Sources training course is suitable for personnel working in facilities that require management of unsealed sources to minimise employee exposure.
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