Radiation Awareness for X-Ray Analysis

The aim of this course, a pre-requisite to obtaining a licence, is to train persons who intend to operate wireline logging equipment, in principles of radiation safety. Operators are required to hold a licence in compliance with State Legislation.Area of Industry Served:Any application involving density and moisture content indication down logging holes.Course Pre-Requisites:Minimum 3 months logging training experience under a licenced person.

This course is designed for initial and refresher RSO training where fixed nuclear gauges are employed.  Trainees are taught the hazards associated with radioactive materials and become familiar with all the regulations. The course includes basic radiation safety, dose calculations, radiation protection program elements, regulatory inspections, licensing, emergency actions, radioactive material accountability, leak testing, maintenance, transportation, waste management, and the duties & responsibilities of an RSO.

This three and a half day Fixed Gauges course otherwise known as the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) course is designed to equip the candidate to effectively manage all aspects as required for the safe use fixed radiation sources.Upon successful completion of the course exam, learners will be able to:Apply for Western Australian License for Fixed Gauges from the WA Radiological Council which is a pre-requisite for the appointment of site Radiation Safety Officer (RSO)Supervise any unlicensed technical personnel, employee or contractor working in the vicinity of a Fixed Radiation GaugeSupervise any unlicensed technical personnel or workers involved in installation, removal of a Fixed Radiation GaugeComply with the Statutory Requirements with regards to use, storage and transportation Fixed Gauges in Western AustraliaCarry out Fixed Gauges inspection, maintenance, collection of wipe test samples and test radiation level around or in the vicinity of Fixed GaugesAble to work confidently and competently in the vicinity of a Fixed Radiation GaugeAble to calibrate or isolate Fixed GaugesPrepare Work Instructions/Radiation Management Plan and Emergency ProcedureMaintain site radiation store in compliance with the Regulatory Guidelines