Emergencies (9) Flashcards

1
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__% of emergencies are preventable

A

99%

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2
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The most important steps to avoiding an emergency are…

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  • Appropriate training

- Adhering to safe operating procedures

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3
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What are the two types of emergencies in radiography?

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  • Operational

- Non-operational

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4
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First priority in a radioactive emergency

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Ensure the safety of worker and the public

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5
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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.

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6
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What are examples of Non-Operational Emergencies?

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  • vehicle incidents
  • fire
  • lost/theft
  • leaking capsule
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7
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What are examples of Operational Emergencies?

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  • 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
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