6. Radiation Protection - 20%

Question 1

Identify how time distance and shielding impact exposure to radiation.

Answer 1

Time: minimize duration working with radiation sources
Distance: increase distance between source of radiation and others
Shielding: provide shielding of suitable material density to attenuate X & Gamma rays

Question 2

Identify the situational requirements for surveying a given controlled location.

Answer 2

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Question 3

Given a scenario with time, distance, or shielding, calculate dose levels.

Answer 3

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Question 4

Identify the intent of A.L.A.R.A.

Answer 4

As Low As Reasonably Achievable

Question 5

Identify resources for controlling and monitoring access to given radiation areas, rooms or enclosures.

Answer 5

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Question 6

No person shall respond to any of the following situations (unless person has received specialized training or acting under guidance of person who has received training).

Answer 6

a) exposure device or sealed source assembly is damaged to an extent that could impair normal use
b) exposure device has dose date of more than 2 mSv/hr on any part of surface
c) sealed source assembly fails to return to the shielded position inside exposure device