Emergencies (9) Flashcards
1
Q
__% of emergencies are preventable
A
99%
2
Q
The most important steps to avoiding an emergency are…
A
- Appropriate training
- Adhering to safe operating procedures
3
Q
What are the two types of emergencies in radiography?
A
- Operational
- Non-operational
4
Q
First priority in a radioactive emergency
A
Ensure the safety of worker and the public
5
Q
What is a Certified Source Retrieval Expert?
A
An individual who is formally trained, well versed and certified by the CNSC in retrieving radioactive sources.
Source retrieval shall never be attempted unless done by a CSRE, or under the guidance of one.
6
Q
What are examples of Non-Operational Emergencies?
A
- vehicle incidents
- fire
- lost/theft
- leaking capsule
7
Q
What are examples of Operational Emergencies?
A
- Damage to the pigtail, guide tube, drive cable that causes a source to be stuck in the exposed position
- Malfunction of the exposure device or ancillary equipment preventing a fully shielded source position
- Operator error when connecting the drive cable to the pigtail