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    • Contamination Control

    Control of radioactive contamination is one of the most important methods of reducing exposures.  The  CNSC (Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission) also specifies that a contamination control program must be in place as a licence requirement.

    Unlike chemical contamination, radioactive contamination can be monitored quickly and inexpensively.

    The following sections will discuss procedures for monitoring radioactive contamination as well as method for cleaning up radioactive contamination.

    Learning Objectives

    1. Survey methods.
    2. Instrument selection.
    3. Calculation of contamination (formula will be available during exam).
    4. Contamination Limits.
    5. Decontamination procedures.
    6. Who is responsible for leak testing of sealed sources.