April 10, 1996

**Minutes of the GOCO Health Physics (HP) **\
**Instrument Committee (HPIC) Meeting **\
**March 5--7, 1996**

**HDS-06-96**

Meeting of the GOCO Health Physics Instrument Committee (HPIC) was held
on March 5 - 7, 1996, at the Howard Johnson Plaza-Hotel, Cocoa Beach,
Florida. Discussion was on issues related to performance and
standardization of HP instruments and practices at the DOE calibration
facilities. Topics included:

• An introduction and review of previous meeting minutes.

• A review/status update of the GOCO HPIC Charter.

• A discussion on Operating Experiences Weekly Summary Articles (Shock
hazards, Audibility of Criticality alarms).

• A discussion on RO-20 problems/issues.

• A presentation on standardization efforts and Home Page Database at
the OakRidge National Laboratory.

• An update on the National HPIC Database given by Dave Hickman,
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

• A report on the current status of "new" ANSI N323-1978 and on related
U.S. Standards (ANSI N13.12, ASTME 10.03 "Selection and Use of
Instruments For Release Surveys", given by Michelle Johnson/Battelle,
and Jack Selby/CAI.

• Demonstrations of candidate health physics instruments for
standardization within DOE sites that fell into two categories; 1.)
Portable Neutron; 2.) Personnel Contamination Monitors using mandatory
and desired specifications.

• Discussion and evaluation of HP instruments presented by the
Manufacturers.

**Attendance of Committee members and visiting observers were as
follows:**

Dale Snowder LMIT-Idaho 208-526-4088 fax: 208-526-7020

Dan Dotson CEBAF 804-249-7296 fax: 804-249-7363

William Schaper WV Nuclear 716-942-4470 fax: 716-942-4490

Vern Peterson Argonne-West 208-533-7972 fax: 208-533-7444

Ron Daily EG&G Mound 513-865-3574 fax: 513-865-3608

Elliott Lesses K&Hill Rocky Flats 303-966-5726 fax: 303-966-8459

Bates Estabrooks WIPP 505-234-8561 fax: 505-234-8298

Dave Hickman LLNL 510-422-8958 fax: 510-422-5176

Jack Selby CAI 509-943-3634 fax: 509-946-7365

Ed Cox Bechtel-Nevada 702-295-6817 fax: 702-295-3662

Ed Polz WSRC 803-725-3710 fax: 803-725-1039

George Anderson NISE-East 803-974-5811 fax: 803-974-4839

Shawna Eisele Los Alamos NL 505-665-4010 fax: 505-665-6071

Ted de Castro Lawrence Berkeley NL 510-486-5256 fax: 510-486-6939

Michael Sawada Lawrence Berkeley NL 510-486-7617 fax: 510-486-5007

George Hughes Brookhaven NL 516-344-3120 fax: 516-344-5809

Paul Krumpe DOE/DP-31 301-903-2356 fax: 301-903-6623

David Sinton Sandia National Lab 505-844-8703 fax: 505-844-1388

Lee Hinson NISE-East 803-974-4889 fax: 803-974-5388

Ed Gulbransen LESAT 208-526-5953 fax: 208-526-8752

Richard Murri RUST GeoTech 970-248-6024 fax: 970-248-6040

James Moore Lawrence Livermore NL 510-423-8831 fax: 510-422-2654

Alan Justus Argonne-East 708-252-3319 fax: 708-252-3437

Rod Nickell EG&G-Florida 407-867-3540 fax: 407-867-3694

Murari Sharma DOE-HQ 301-903-4359 fax: 301-903-7773

Robert Leino RUST GeoTech 970-248-6698 fax: 970-248-6040

Dick Olsher Los Alamos NL 505-667-3364 fax: 505-665-6071

Perry Pruitt Lockheed-Y-12 423-576-4084 fax: 423-574-1770

Michelle Johnson Battelle 509-376-5624 fax: 509-376-2498

Penny Shamblin Battelle Pantex 806-477-5557 fax: 806-477-4686

Peter Chiaro LMER 423-576-4598 fax: 423-574-1249

David Brehm Battelle-PNL 509-376-4703 fax: 509-376-7885

Jerry Hensley Thermo Hanford 509-373-4601 fax: 509-372-2079

Teri Rutherford EG&G-Florida 407-867-3540 fax: 407-867-3694

Ed Provost EG&G-Florida 407-867-3540 fax: 407-867-3694

Gary LaBruyere LMIT-Idaho 208-526-5081 fax: 208-526-7020

Bill Crownover LMIT-Idaho 208-526-1857 fax: 208-526-7744

A summary of the meeting minutes is provided herein for your
information.

**TOPIC: Discussion on the GOCO HPIC Draft Charter.**

Listed below are changes recommended by the GOCO HPIC, regarding the
GOCO HPIC Charter.

• Changes consisted of deleting [all]{.underline} references to RCCC
since the RCCC relationship to the HPIC is currently not resolved with
regards to providing direction and resources.

• Changed to include [all]{.underline} HP instruments versus limiting to
portable HP instruments.

• Several questions on which the HPIC members have voting rights and
which do not, were raised. It was recommended that only Department of
Energy sponsored facilities should have voting rights since the
committee is DOE sponsored, [unless]{.underline} the other Federal
agencies are willing to contribute resources to the HPIC. This issue was
tabled pending two actions (see below).

• Other questions asked regarding the GOCO HPIC Charter were; if each
DOE facility gets only 1 vote, how does the committee handle a DOE
facility where there are 2 or more contractors with independent HP
instrument programs? In this case is more than 1 vote allowed? How do we
identify valid voting members when DOE contractors are continually
changing personnel?

**ACTION #1: Dale Snowder - Investigate possible funding resources for
the HPIC from non-DOE HPIC members.**

**ACTION #2: Ed Polz - Produce a draft of suggested changes to the HPIC
Charter which clarify voting versus non-voting members. Draft will then
be sent to HPIC members for comments. Requested completion date:
6/15/96**

**TOPIC: A follow-up on the RO-20 problems.**

Ed Polz, Westinghouse/Savannah River (SRNL) reported on the following
Eberline RO-20 problems. SRNL has 1,023 ion chamber instruments. 306 are
RO-20\'s, and 113 of these have been returned to Eberline at Columbia,
S.C. for warranty repair. 70 RO-20\'s have been repaired and returned to
Westinghouse/SRNL site and 20 of the returned instruments have failed QC
receipt inspections.

*The major problems were*:

• zero offset on about 30% of RO-20\'s received

Ø Instrument reads below zero or \>.2mR/hr on 5 mR scale after zeroing.

• Bias battery failure (25% of RO-20s)

• Linearity (20% of RO-20s)

Ø Exceeds manufacturers +/- 5% of full scale linearity specification.

*The minor problems were*:

• Will not indicate when off scale condition exists

• Loose handles

• Broken and missing parts

• Bad meters

• Erratic readings

*Concerns were:*

• Eberline has ignored repeated requests to state in writing the causes
and corrective actions for identified problems.

• All bias batteries are not being replaced with a newer upgraded design
and may result in a possible failure at a later date. New batteries are
\$60.00 each.

• A101 op-amp often requires multiple replacements before the instrument
works correctly.

• Desiccant packs are being upgraded but desiccant already in the vent
tubing is not being removed and may cause instrument problems.

• LMIT/Idaho stated that Eberline is not ensuring compliance to the HPIC
BOA. The BOA states that "all subcontractors are to notify LMIT
procurement (Bill Crownover) in writing within 45 days of any changes or
modification to their instruments" HPIC might have to look at taking
action.

• Eberline refused QA Audit to 10 CFR 835 compliance.

Dale Snowder talked with Eberline in regards to the January 19 - 25,
1996 Operating Weekly Summary 96-04 Issue. Ron Ulbrich and Barry Wilson
from Eberline volunteered to attend this HPIC meeting to discuss the
RO-20 issues and what Eberline has done to rectify the shock hazards on
Eberline instruments. The following identifies the changes currently in
place at Eberline regarding the RO-20s.

• [Current leakage precautions]{.underline} - Most RO-20 problems
resulting in erratic behavior or drifting are typically traced to
current leakage. Protection against leakage becomes paramount in order
to maintain proper operation of the instrument. A pretest of the ion
chamber assembly is now performed at Eberline to ensure a leakage
problem does not exist before the chamber is assembled into the
instrument. Eberline no longer uses Locktite to secure the screws
holding the chamber together, to avoid any potential for leakage. The
plastic wick under the operational amplifier has been removed and is no
longer being utilized. New screening methods have been implemented to
select lower leakage operational amplifiers. The flux used while
soldering is typically the primary contaminant and careful attention
must be taken to ensure all flux is removed from the board assembly.
Boards are now cleaned with water and a water soluble soap per a new
procedure implemented at Eberline. To prevent oxidation, Eberline uses
methanol as the cleaning agent for metal parts due to the new EPA
guidelines. The RO-20 design now includes a foam filter and plastic bag
over the end of the tube secured by a tie wrap that prevents
contaminating loose desiccant into the detector chamber. This new bag
design additionally extends the life of the desiccant. Eberline learned
that leakage may also occur if the body of relay K101 is in direct
contact with the board assembly. Extra precaution is now taken to ensure
the relay body is up off the board.

• [Revised Zero Method while calibrating]{.underline} - As an extra
measure of precaution to detect excess leakage, Eberline is revising its
calibration procedure to eliminate zeroing the meter while on the 5 mR/h
scale as was previously done. All RO-20 meters are now only zeroed once
with the selection knob positioned in the "ZERO" position. The 5 mR/h
scale is then selected and the meter checked to ensure the reading is
zero with a tolerance of -0, +2 divisions. Those passing this criteria
are then calibrated on all ranges as previously defined without any
readjustment to the zero. Once the linearity check is completed,
Eberline again rechecks the zero on the 5 mR/h scale to verify a proper
zero reading.

• [More secure relay mounting]{.underline} - It is always good practice
to verify that these components and others are properly seated anytime
any maintenance or repair work is performed. As an added safety
precaution, to keep the K102 relay from falling out during operation,
Eberline is adding double sided tape to the footprint of the K102 relay.

• [Meter check]{.underline} - All meters are now being checked for
[+]{.underline} 0.5 divisions in three planes as part of the Eberline
final checkout procedure.

• [RO-20 Response time]{.underline} - The RO-20 response time was
changed to provide one better approximating Eberline's RO-2. A capacitor
change to C102 from 4.7 pF to 12 pF now provides a similar response to
the RO-2. This modification was made by Eberline at the request of LANL
and SRNL but will be changed back to the original capacitor at the
HPIC's request.

• [Battery Board connection]{.underline} - Cable CA-101 connecting the
Detector Board Assembly to the Battery Board Assembly to the Battery
Board Assembly requires careful handling anytime they are removed and
reassembled. Improper handling can damage the cable and induce noise in
the system. To simplify maintenance, a right angle male header is now
mounted on the Detector Board Assembly and a female header positioned on
the Battery Board Assembly. The two connectors mate directly eliminating
the need for the cable CA-101. This results in a new Detector Assembly
Board (*Eberline PN YP11547004*) and new Battery Board (*Eberline PN*
*YP11548007*) which are not be compatible with the previous designs.
Eberline will continue to supply spares for the original boards and
cables for maintenance purposes. If the customer wishes to upgrade
existing RO-20\'s to the latest design they may do so by purchasing a
new board set.

• [Battery clips]{.underline} - A new clip design has been instituted
for all new RO-20s. Existing RO-20s may be upgraded by adding a Velcro
strap (*Eberline PN HDTA1*) to positively retain the batteries.

• [Instrument handle]{.underline} - To prevent the RO-20 carrying handle
from loosening, a handle retaining plate (*Eberline PN ZP11338041*) is
now added to more securely hold the handle. The plate provides
additional strength to the cover plate so less flexing and loosening can
occur.

• [RO-20 feet]{.underline} - The three rubber feet used to stand the
RO-20 up on its end are being lengthened to prevent the instrument from
rocking.

• [Slide feet]{.underline} - The four rubber feet on the chamber slide
assembly are being extended to provide additional clearance for
protection of the slide.

• [Bottom can]{.underline} - The RO-20s bottom can will be shipped
without a calibration access hole and plastic cover as previously
supplied. The new can design will therefore be fully enclosed without
any cutouts. The new can will be implemented into production units as
soon as the new supply of RO-20 cans are received in early 1996.

• [Improper customer calibration procedures]{.underline} - Eberline
calibrates and recommends that their customers calibrate, the Model
RO-20 at 80% of full scale and then check the linearity at 20% of full
scale and if desired at 50% of full scale as well. This approach is
specified in Eberline's checkout procedure 10429-518A and in the
calibration section of the RO-20 technical manual. If this procedure is
followed, the Model RO-20 will meet the linearity specifications
Eberline has specified on all measurement ranges. A Product Bulletin
dated August 3, 1995 was sent out to all RO-20 users reminding them that
the Eberline calibration procedure should be observed.

*[Question ]{.underline}*Ø What is Eberline doing to replace defective
instruments sold under the HPIC BOA Agreement? Is the HPIC still bound
by the Warranty?

*Answer* Ø Eberline is committed to the RO-20s and they want the HPIC
members to be satisfied customers. The changes that Eberline has made
are not considered defects. Eberline will notify only Bill Crownover of
any changes/modifications and this information will be disseminated to
the HPIC in turn.

*Question* Ø Will Eberline upgrade all existing RO-20s?

*Answer* Ø No, but they will upgrade/fix any bad unit(s).

*Question* Ø Is A101 - Field replacement a way to test? Is A101 test
really a fix?

*Answer* Ø Test fixture [could]{.underline} be supplied by Eberline.

*Question* Ø Will Eberline be performing future formal ANSI testing on
the RO-20s?

*Answer* Ø None.

*Question *Ø The first generation of the RO-20s was tested and approved
by the HPIC, what is the difference between the first generation and the
enhanced group of instruments?

*Answer* Ø Primarily the cleaning procedure.

*Question* Ø Do we as a committee decide to continue with the modified
RO-20 or do we use the RO-20 that the committee voted on 2 years ago? Do
we accept the modifications and make Eberline show us there is no
degradation in the modification of this instrument?

*Voting* Ø The RO-20 was unanimously voted on by the HPIC Committee
members as follows: Eberline should attach a different model number to
the modified RO-20. HPIC will identify the testing that needs to be
performed on the new capacitors and Eberline will perform these specific
tests to ANSI N323 on the modified RO-20. Once the HPIC receives a
response back from Eberline, on the pass/fail of the specific tests, the
HPIC Committee will vote on the RO-20 changes.

The following information are Eberline's comments regarding the Shock
hazards on the Eberline instruments:

• The cords are not a hazard when connected to associated
reverse-polarity instruments; however, if the cords are connected to an
instrument with standard polarity, the power switch and line fuse would
be connected to the neutral conductor. This could present a shock hazard
to technicians working on the instrument. Eberline learned about this
problem the end of January 1996. They issued a notice on February 13,
1996 to address the concern. Eberline has now a kit (*Eberline PN*
*WYT10598032*), which the purchaser can attach and is no charge from
Eberline. The purchaser/user can secure the cord on a stainless steel
tie along with an additional tag, which will stay on longer. In
addition, Eberline is looking at re-designing the instruments that they
are currently manufacturing, such as the MS-2, BC-4, SAC-4, and the
RMS-II RU to change them to the correct polarity. Until then, they will
have the tag attached to each of them. Eberline will be sending out a
Newsletter addressing a resolution to this problem in a few weeks.

**TOPIC: A presentation given by Michelle Johnson/Battelle on the recent
testing of NE Electras.**

The NE Electra w/DP-6 Probe is available on the BOA. The instruments
have to be approved by Battelle's local instrument evaluation committee,
which reviewed the test data that Dale Snowder provided on the NE
Electra. After reviewing the test data, Battelle decided there were a
few areas that needed additional testing. Battelle tested 5 instruments
(3 Electra's and 2 Delta's). Listed below are the tests that were
completed.

• Temperature

• Humidity and Microwave

• Ambiance Pressure

• Magnetic Field Tests

• Vibration Testing

• RF Testing

If you need more information on the above listed test results from
Battelle, please contact Michelle.

**ACTION #3 - [HPIC Members]{.underline} - Compile all information/test
results/any problems or modifications the HPIC might have regarding the
NE Electra and send to Ed Polz/Westinghouse-Savannah River. Need to get
Battelle's testing information on the NE Electra for the Home Page. **

**TOPIC: A presentation given by Pete Chiaro on Standardization efforts
at the Oak Ridge National Lab.**

Portable Instruments were standardized in 1989 at OakRidge National Lab
(ORNL). All portables were replaced within two years. Commercial
instruments replaced in-house designs. Users of HP services were taxed
\$1M to pay for the new instruments. It took two man-years of dedicated
professional work and significant support services.

Elements ORNL had to look out for when standardizing:

• Delivered instruments may not meet specs.

• Acceptance testing is good if you have the capabilities.

• Calibration of brand new instruments will catch many of the problems.

• Keep watch for "post-break-in" problems that show up after six months
or a year.

• If a disaster is caught early, Purchasing can help deal with the
vendor.

• Most field users prefer the old instruments.

• Expect complaints, be sure to listen to the complaints, get a
demonstration of the "bad" units or features that "don't work", and work
with your customer to resolve the difficulties.

• Eventually, confiscate the remaining oldies.

• Unapproved instruments will mysteriously appear, allow them,
confiscate them, or approve them for limited use.

• Some changes are subtle, and may not appear to be important.

• Notification to customers is not first on the manufacturer's "must-do"
list. Save the initial circuit drawings and keep your eyes open.

• The unit of your dreams, the one you built your program around, will
one day be discontinued.

ORNL provides complete environmental, electromagnetic interference,
radiological and mechanical testing, and evaluation services. ORNL has
the following testing capabilities:

• Temperature-70°C to +170°C

• Relative Humidity 3% to 99% relative humidity

• Ambient Pressure 9 torr to 835 torr

• Radio Frequency Cell capable of DC to 18 Ghz with a maximum input
power of 1 kW using an Electro-Mechanics Company (EMCO) model 5311 and
Gigahertz Transverse Electromagnetic (GTEM) wave cell

• Magnetic Field Up to 10 Gauss using Electric Research and Management

Incorporated model 1318.00 Merritt coil set

• Electrostatic Field 5000 volts/meter

• Electric Field50 Hz to 10 kHz at 100 volts/meter. Currently adding 60
and 400 Hz external magnetic field test, performed using methodology
found in ANSI 42.20, to ORNL standard test format.

• Line Noise100 kHz ring wave - 500 to 6000 volts using a KeyTek ECAT
system. Test parameters used are from ANSI/IEEE C62.41-1991, "IEEE Guide
for Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage AC Power Circuits," and differ from
parameters stated in ANSI 42.17. 1.2/50-8/20 ms combination wave - 500
to 6000 volts

• VibrationUp to 10 lbs (4.5 kg) - DC to 5 kHz at 0 to 10 g using M B
Dynamics models PM-250 and PM-100 Up to 20 lbs (9.1 kg) - DC to 3 kHz at
0 to 11 g

• Splash TestFine spray up to 10 liters/minute\
For Environmental Testing ORNL uses Russell's model RD-125, 125 ft^3^
environmental chamber

Instruments that ORNL has tested are:

• Automess Telectector Model 6112B

• Bicron Surveyor M with A-50 probe

• Bicron Surveyor M with pancake GM

• Bicron Radiographer

• Bicron RSO-5

• Bicron RSO-50E (environmental retest after changes)

• Bicron Microrem

• Eberline Alpha 6

• Eberline RO-2

• Eberline RO-20

• Eberline RM-14S with HP-100 detector

• Electronic Dosimeter Canary Model II and Model III

• Dosimeter Model 1888B

• Far West Technologies REM 500 Neutron Survey Meter

• Keithley Model 36100 Ion Chamber

• Ludlum Model 3 with pancake GM

• Ludlum Model 9 Ion Chamber

• Ludlum Model 12 with 43-5 and 43-65 alpha probes

• Ludlum Model 12-4 Neutron Counter (rem ball)

• Ludlum Model 177-45 with pancake GM

• Ludlum Model 177-45 with 43-5 and 43-65 alpha probes

• Ludlum Model 2200 with 43-1 alpha probe

• Ludlum Model 2221 with 43-5 alpha probe

• Ludlum Model 2221 with 43-37 and 43-68 gas flow detectors

• Ludlum Model 2221 with pancake GM

• Ludlum Model 2929 Dual Scaler

• Nuclear Enterprises Electra 1A with DP6A probe

• Nuclear Research Corporation Model NP-2 Snoopy

• Xetex Model 330A Telescan

• Xetex Telescan

• Merlin Gerin DMC90 Electronic Dosimeter

Instruments scheduled to be tested at the ORNL:

• Eberline Alpha 6S Alpha Air Monitor

• Eberline AMS-4 Beta Air Monitor

• Siemens Electronic Dosimeter

• Triton 111 Tritium Monitor

**TOPIC: Pete Chiaro from OakRidge National Lab gave a presentation on
their Home** **Page Database.**

ORNL Web Page Update

Recent revisions made to include:

• Health Physics test procedures, and

• Instrument test concerns.

• Separate Health Physics Instrument Testing from the overall testing
and evaluation program.

Type Test Procedures are listed under Health Physics Instrument Test
data and is imported into the page and are considered uncontrolled
copies. Instrument concerns are available under Health Physics
Instrument Test data, is listed by instrument model, and includes test
observations and current status. The future revisions include field-use
observations and problems. In addition, a test

status page includes a list of instruments/equipment currently being
tested, and a list of instruments/equipment to be tested.

**TOPIC: A presentation given by Dave Hickman on the Lawrence Livermore
National Lab update on the National HPIC Database.**

Lawrence Livermore National Lab (LLNL) has been providing for the HPIC
the National HPIC database for the past year.The HPIC Database consists
of a HPIC Home Page. The purpose of the home page is to share
information and new data without duplication. The National HPIC database
is the HPIC's legal record that shows the HPIC has made a reasonable
effort to identify those instruments that are "suitable" according to 10
CFR 835.

The HPIC Home Page currently lists upcoming HPIC meetings. The HPIC
Charter, minutes from the last three HPIC meetings, and a list of DOE
contacts. The HPIC will soon include the Buy-on-Agreements (BOAs) on the
Home Page as well. The sub-contract number will also be listed on the
BOAs for easier instrument purchasing, along with a listing of HPIC
approved instruments. The HPIC committee appreciates the support, time,
and effort to Dave Hickman and Paul Krumpe for getting the National HPIC
database up and running. If you have test data or other information
pertaining to standardizing of instruments please send to Dave Hickman
on electronic form and he can input it onto the HPIC Home Page.

**\*\* To get to the National HPIC Home Page use:
http://www.llnl.gov/HPIC/**

Dave Hickman's E-Mail address is: dhickman@llnl.gov

**TOPIC: ANSI N323 History**

*History of the current ANSI N323-1978 was provided by Jack Selby as
follows*:

• The stand was first initiated in the early 1970\'s and published in
1978.

• It was re-affirmed several times by the ANSI committee, with the
latest taking place in 1993.

• A re-draft was proposed and initiated in 1990 by a small working group
consisting of 10 members.

• The current draft is in its 8th revision since 1990 and is anticipated
for publication in 1996 after a joint ballot with the ANSI N323
committee and N42 RPI and N42.

*Current Scope*

The current scope on modifying ANSI N323-1978 will be to divide it into
four separate standards to better facilitate specific types of
instruments. These four standards will be:

N323 A - General Requirements & Portable Survey Instruments

E. Walker, Chair

N323 B - Low Range (near background) Survey Instruments

E. Walker, Chair

N323 C - Air Monitoring Instruments

M. Johnson, Chair

N323 D - Installed & AC Powered Instruments

K. Swinth, Chair

The new standards will also include:

• General calibration methods for all radiation protection instruments

• Specific requirements for portable instruments that are applicable to:
users of instrumentation, calibration laboratories, and manufacturers.

• Only minimum technical requirements for calibration

The following types of radiation protection instruments will be outside
the scope of the new ANSI N323:

• Personnel Dosimetry

• Environmental Monitoring instruments

• Radon monitoring instruments

In addition, criteria for accreditation of calibration laboratories will
not be addressed in the new standard as it has in the past.

*Changes Affecting ANSI N323*

Several significant technical issues have recently evolved which may
affect the content and scope of the new ANSI N323 Standard. Some of
these issues are;

• The availability of International/national instrument performance
standards

• Substantial increase in the technical complexity of newer instruments
on the market

• Adoption of SI units

• Adoption of ICRU 39 quantities for radiation

• Pressures to adopt or adapt to international standards

*ANSI N323 Contents*

The new standards will be composed with the following contents;

• Scope

• Definitions

• General Requirements

• Inspection and calibration

--- Pre-calibration

--- Calibration

--- Special calibrations

--- Discrimination against interfering radiation

--- Calibration records

--- Instrument information

--- Facility documentation

--- Source response check

--- Calibration frequency

• Calibration equipment required

--- Calibration standards

--- Calibration assemblies

--- Maintenance of standards

--- Performance check sources

• Calibration quality

--- Calibration sources

--- Calibration facility

--- Others

• References

*Potential Problems*

Jack described some potential problems which could impact completion of
the new ANSI N323 standards as follows;

• The separation of current ANSI N323 requirements into four Standards
could result in some crossover, redundancies, or conflicts amongst them.

• Maintaining the quality of calibration while allowing more flexibility
will present a challenge.

• A reduction of organizational support in the development of the ANSI
N323 standards may delay its publication.

*Comments and Review of ANSI N323 by HPIC*

Dale Snowder inquired of the HPIC members as to how many of them had
seen or had a chance to comment on the new ANSI N323-1978 draft. Of the
approximately 46 individuals present only 6 acknowledged that they had
seen the draft and 4 (excluding Michelle Johnson of PNL who is on the
ANSI N323 Committee) acknowledged that they had provided comments on it
earlier. Dale stated that he had submitted 16 pages of consolidated
comments in April 1994 to an ANSI N323 committee member for
consideration in the new draft but it did not appear the comments had
been addressed especially on the subjects of micro-processors, pulse
calibrations, and definitions. These comments were from four DOE
Laboratories previously operated by EG&G (INEL, Rocky Flats, Nevada Test
Site, and Mound).

Assistance from the HPIC in providing comments to Jack Selby was offered
and accepted. INEL offered to send out copies of the new ANSI N323 draft
along with a standard comment sheet.

The comment sheets would then be sent to Dale Snowder at INEL who would
consolidate them into one set for submittal to Jack.

**[ACTION #4]{.underline}:** **[Dale Snowder]{.underline}: Obtain and
send out copies of new ANSI N323 Draft along** **with standard comment
sheet with HPIC minutes.** **Upon return of** **comment sheets,
consolidate into one set and send to Jack Selby for**
**consideration/incorporation.** **All comments must be returned to INEL
by** **June 1st, 1996.**

**TOPIC: Discussion on Protocol to be used during Vendor presentations
and** **explanations on use of grading sheets.**

• Two separate grading sheets; one set is for Neutron Instruments; the
second set is for Personnel Contamination Monitors.

• The grading sheets were provided to the vendor in advance with
requests to address each specification in the order on the grading
sheet.

• For grading, a scale of 1-5 was used for each specification. Grading
depended on how significant the spec. was to each facility's operation.

Grade of (0) - Vendor does not meet the specifications.

Grade of (1) - Vendor does not meet the specs. [but]{.underline} not an
essential spec.

Grade of (2) - Vendor meets the specs. partially, but [not]{.underline}
an essential spec.

Grade of (3) - Vendor meets the specs. partially, and is an essential
spec.

Grade of (4) - Vendor fully meets the specs but is [not]{.underline} an
essential spec.

Grade of (5) - Vendor fully meets the specs. and is essential spec.

• The presentations were not limited to the grading sheets. They were
opened up to the HPIC members for questioning.

• Competing vendors were not allowed to sit in on other Vendor
presentations.

• The information the Vendors give the HPIC committee and observers is
proprietary.

• All Mandatory requirements on the grading sheets must be met, because
they were basic requirements.

**The following Vendors participated in demonstrating to the HPIC
Committee the instruments which may be viable candidates for
standardization by meeting the specifications outlined by the HPIC
Committee.**

**NUCLEAR RESEARCH CORPORATION**

**Model NP-2 and NG-2 Neutron Survey Instruments with NP-100 probe**

• The NG-2 and NP-2 Neutron Survey Instruments are integrated units.

• NP-100 is a "SMART" probe for the ADM-300.

• NP-2 has a battery check location w/3D size batteries. NG-2 uses (4)
9V batteries, only (1) 9V battery is required for operation which has a
"low battery" indicator on display. NP-100 w/ADM-300 has battery
indicator.

• The NG-2 have digital and Analog readout(s) which are selectable from
arrow up buttons on the front panel.

• The NG-2 and the NP-2 have and built-in speaker with adjustable audio.

• Neither the NG-2 or the NP-2 have external HV checks but do have
diagnostics for failure that includes HV.

• Manufacturer will provide energy response curve for each
modification/configuration.

• The NP-2 and the NG-2 have scale reset capabilities.

• The NP-2 and the NG-2 meet requirements of ANSI N42.17A, paragraph 4.6
and NRC will supply all applicable/available ANSI N323-1978 testing data
which has been completed on the proposed instruments.

• The NP-2 and the NG-2 membrane switch provides a smooth surface with
is easily decontaminated.

• Stability of the instrument readings drift \< ± 5%.

• NP-2 and the NG-2 have stable operation in temperatures: --4°F to
+122°F. NRC will supply the data.

• Both instruments are automatic menu driven calibration protected by
special power-up sequence.

• NRC complies with the repair and replacement parts with a 1 year
warranty from date of delivery on parts (and labor if sent back to
factory).

• The instruments probe cord cables are durable and have no noise.

• The manufacturer will provide maintenance training on calibration,
repair, and set-up to purchaser, if needed.

• Manufacturer is willing to provide "on loaner" capabilities to
designated HPIC facilities for a period of 60 days if instrument is
selected as a candidate for standardization.

• Neutron and Gamma dose integration. Time-to-Count prevents gamma
GM-tube saturation. Neutron 6000 c/mRem tube should show no saturation
affects below 5000 mRem/h Gamma rejection: no response at 100R/h Gamma.
No pulse, output.

• The NP-2 and the NG-2 weighs 25 lbs. each.

• Is dustproof under extreme conditions.

• Has a minimum of 5 decades on scale readout.

• Meter probe is rugged and tolerant of continual use.

• The speaker is built-in, and can be made adjustable

• Is splashproof.

• Has non-magnetic switching.

• Mean Time Between Failure is 2000 hrs.

**EBERLINE **

**Model E600 w/9\" Neutron REM Detector (Model NRD)**

**•** Measures thermal through fast neutrons.

• Closely follows RPG Dose Curve

• Gamma rejection up to 500 R/h

• Has a direction independent measurement

• Has multiple operating modes & functions

• Has data logging

• Has "SMART" DISPLAY FEATURES which includes a high contrast LCD,
analog & digital presentation, linear analog meter scale, provides auto
ranging and includes back lighting. Meets ANSI N42.17A marking criteria
for 0% to 100% full scale with intermediate markings

• This instrument is powered by three "C" cells which has a separate
battery compartment/access. Has 100 hr. Life, low battery alarm icon and
external battery and HV check

• The E600/NRD has a built-in audio with a light weight head set option.
Has an on/off speaker button. Volume is non adjustable

• Has energy response curve per Hankins Report (Jan 17, 1967)

• The scale reset is accomplished via Star Key on handle

• This instrument complies with the ANSI N42.17A, Paragraph 4.6

• The E600/NRD is easy to decon

• ANSI N42.17A test report is now available, all applicable tests are
documented (except pressure. The HP-270 probe was utilized for testing
purposes

• The E600/NRD stability is 100 mRem over 3 hr. Period with results: +/-
5.7% variance

• The temperature stability is -10 to +50 degrees C (14 to 122 degrees
F) with results: +/- 1.5%. -28 to +62 degrees C (-18.4 to 143.6 degrees
F) with results: +/- 2%

• Easy to repair via slide out PC Board design and easy to calibrate via
Windows PC program

• Calibration/Technical Procedures are available

• Source Code available with License

• Eberline gives a 45 day notice where reliability is affected

• Has password anti-tamper calibration protection

• Has 7 yrs. Availability of parts

• One yr. Warranty on parts and labor (less tubes & batteries)

• Initial manufacturing problems are noise and plating problems

• Training is available

• E-600 loan and evaluation units (60 days) on order, notices sent, and
delivery is soon

• RF shielding has testing frequency range of 0.3 - 35 MHZ & 140 - 160
MHZ. Decreased sensitivity @ 1 MHZ and between 140 - 160 MHZ

• It has anti-saturation protection above 60 REM

• Has dose integration capability with a built-n scaler counting mode

• Weight is 18 lbs., is dustproof, and passed ANSI N42.17A, Paragraph
8.4 shock tests

• The E-600 is waterproof and switching is non magnetic.

• Angular dependence: +/- 10%

**HEALTH PHYSICS INSTRUMENTS**

**Model REM 500 Neutron Survey Meter**

• The REM 500 weighs 5.2 lbs and is easy to carry. The handle and
display is on top, and the detector at one end. Pushbuttons are recessed
to avoid damage. Can be stood on end. Hand grip is rounded

• Backlight is provided with front panel control. There is even
illumination and is easy to see at night. There is an automatic turn off
of backlight after 16 seconds.

• Low battery indicator is in display. "LBAT" flashes every 12 seconds
when battery is low. Battery life is 100 hrs on 6 "C" cell batteries

• Digital readout shows radiation level, counts and time constant

• The built in speaker is not used with the current version of software

• There is no HV check built into the instrument because it is not
needed. Uses internal alpha source as check

• The REM 500 has a front panel button which is a hold, reset and
operate button for reset capabilities

• Meets ANSI N42.17A, Paragraph 4.6 markings

• Easy to decon

• Geotropism: less than 5%. Typically less than 1%

• Coefficient of variation: 62% at 2 mrem/h, 25% at 10 mrem/h, 10% at
100 mrem/h, less than 5% at 1000 mrem/h

• Accuracy: within .85 to 1.15 of true value. Can be adjusted within 5%

• Sensitivity: 480 counts/mrem, 4800 counts mrad

• The stability is less than 6% over 3 hrs. Typically less than 3% and
meets ANSI N42.17 requirements

• Temperature is less than 15% change in response from 0°C to 40°C. Less
than 20% change in response from -15°C to 50°C. Typically less than 10%
change. Specified as operational from 15°C to 45°C however we have
operated the REM 500 over the range of -15°C to 50°C. The display is
sluggish at below 0°C

• Calibration is easily accomplished by user with Neutron source. All
information is available to purchases

• Any upgrades will be made available within 45 days

• Parts will be available for 7 yrs. after purchase

• The instrument uses no cables. Detector is integral with the
instrument

• The REM 500 has a 1 yr. limited warranty

• HPI can supply training for maintenance, calibration or repair on the
instrument

• HPI will provide demonstrator instruments for evaluation

• This design is not tested, however very similar designs have been
tested and passed ANSI N42.17A Section 7 for RF Sensitivity. The case is
all aluminum and shielded.

• Anti-saturation has not been tested at over 10 rem/h. Electronic tests
indicate that it would not saturate at 1000 rem/h.

• The REM 500 is very dustproof

• The REM 500 has not been drop tested. There is some shock sensitivity
to the instrument. If the detector is banged it may result in a few
counts.

• The current version has a built in speaker but it is not used for the
counts from the detector. The next version of the software will
incorporate this feature.

• The REM 500 is splashproof with gaskets at all openings.

• This instrument has not be tested to mixed radiation fields of 1.25 to
7 Mev.

• HPI plan on adding the following changes to the REM 500 in the near
future: Bargraph in the bottom line of the LCD, Beeper for counts, and a
continual update of the display. It would show the new level every
second. Rate, Integrate, Rad and Rem would always functional. It would
be possible to switch between them without loosing data. You could
integrate while displaying the rate.

• Negative - Some shock sensitivity, no audio beeper, high coefficient
of variation on low dose rate, and low temperature operation at 0°C.

• Positives - Small and lightweight, good energy response, measures Rad
and Rem, Rate and Integrate ranges, easily changed quality factors,
internal operational check source, easily changed to SI units, and HPI
is responsive to custom order.

**Model 6060 Extended Range Neutron REM Detector**

• The detector is a stand alone component needing only 12 volts to
operate. The preamp and power supply are included and are mounted on the
end of the detector. High voltage, discriminator and gain are all set
digitally. The preamp is designed for low noise and low micro phonic
response. The electronics is housed in a sealed housing to eliminate
atmospheric and electrical noise.

• The weight is 24 lbs.

• Sensitivity is approximately 15,000 counts per mrem.

• Gamma sensitivity is insensitive up to 500 r/h of CS137.

• All digital settings are non volatile.

• Temperature range: -10 to 50 C.

• Humidity range: 0 to 99% condensing. Interior desiccated.

**Model 2080 Pulse Neutron Monitor**

• The model 2080 Pulse Neutron Survey Meter is designed to measure
either pulsed or steady state neutrons.

• The instrument may be operated as a fixed monitor or as a portable
monitor using internal batteries.

• The microprocessor based instrument displays the dose rate on a
digital alphanumeric display.

• This instruments has an alarm capability along with a failsafe relay
contact closure for use as an area monitor.

• A built in horn and light are activated when the radiation level is
exceeded. The front panel also has a green, yellow, and red lamp to
signify the radiation level at a glance. Also included are a self test
capability, front panel lockout, RS-232 link and a digital calibration
routine.

**Model REM-402 Tissue Equivalent Proportional Counter**

• The REM-402 is a 4 lb. Microprocessor-based neutron dose rate and dose
equivalent rate meter with auto ranging digital display.

• The REM-402 was irradiated at 10, 500, 800, and 1000 mR/hr. At each
exposure rate, it displayed values of absorbed dose rate approximating
1% of the exposure rate.

• The REM-402 proved to be a reliable instrument for the determination
of neutron dose equivalent under a variety of conditions.

• This instruments has several advantages over a moderator type
instrument including: energy independent response, accuracy, display of
dose equivalent rate and dose rate, built-in calibration source, light
weight, and instant acceptance by HPs.

• The disadvantages of the REM-402 are that it seems somewhat less
durable than moderator type instruments, more sensitive to vibration,
and more complicated to operate.

• Various personnel from different facilities had the opportunity to
view and discuss the REM-402. The general opinion of the instrument was
that it has a high potential for use in the commercial nuclear industry.
Overall performance of the REM-402 indicated it to be a desirable
alternative to moderator type neutron detectors.

**LUDLUM MEASUREMENTS, INC.**

**Model 12-4 Neutron Meter**

• This instrument has splash proof shields for outdoor use

• Efficiency is approximately 30 cpm/mrem/hr

• Gamma rejection is less than 10 cps through 10 R/hr

• The audio is a built-in unimorph speaker with an on/off switch

• Linearity reading is within [+]{.underline} 10% of actual value

• Calibration controls are accessible from the front of the instrument
(protective cover provided)

• High voltage is adjustable from 200 - 2500 volts (can be read on the
meter)

• Power is 2 "D" cell batteries are housed in a sealed compartment that
is externally accessible

• Battery life is typically 600 hrs with alkaline batteries and battery
condition can be checked on the meter

• The temperature range is -4°F (-20°C) to 122°F (50°C). May be
certified for operation from -40°F\
(-40°C) to 150°F (65°C)

• Weight is 21 lbs. Including batteries

**EBERLINE INSTRUMENTS**

**Model PCM-2 and PCM-1C Personnel Contamination Monitors**

• Measurement geometry is a two step process, whole body measurement and
an excellent body surface coverage for the PCM-2 and the PCM-1C.

• Has Radon compensation - PCM-2 uses proprietary algorithm, not
recommended for mixed Alpha Beta Sources, Alpha sum zones. The PCM-1C is
not offered with the radon compensation algorithm because of its
relatively poor geometry in comparison to the PCM-2.

• PCM-2 uses weighted averages based on 1 second updates. The PCM-1C
uses weighted averages based on count times.

• Both PCM's have low maintenance, have easily replaced and repaired
detectors, and self checking software routines. The components are
easily to change and have modular detector boards.

• For calibration these two PCMs have automated software routines,
recommended once a yr., self checking performance routines, and
automated source check routines.

• Eberline provides on site courses as available and courses are
tailored to individual requirements.

• Eberline Instruments Quality Assurance Program complies with the
following specifications:

--- ANSI/ASME NQA-1

--- CSA Z299.3 (1979)

--- ANSI N45.2

--- NRC 10 CFR Part 50, App. B

--- THG-ISO 9001

• Eberline normally supports its instruments for a minimum of 10 years.

• PCM-2 OPT6 Casters can be used to move the unit over smoother floors.
PCM-2 is top heavy and as such should never be placed on a wooden pallet
and moved using a fork lift truck. It is recommended by Eberline to move
the units using a modified furniture dolly. PCM1C Opt19 has wheeled
support which raises the unit off the floor 2 5/8\".

• PCM-2 and the PCM-1C have automated software routines such as;
threshold adjustments, high voltage plateaus, efficiency measurements,
source checks, and a statistical variance test. The PCM-1C calibration
software is used on a notebook computer running Windows.

• Card/badge readers are optional on the PCM-2 and on the PCM-1C. New
versions are available.

• Has a voice annunciator that ensures proper position, measurement
sequence and a status report.

• PCM2 OPT5 has a security gate option. The PCM-1C does not have the
security gate option.

• There is no lead shielding in either the PCM-2 or the PCM-1C.

• Operating conditions are 0° to 45°C (32° to 113°F) and 0 to 95%
humidity.

**BICRON/NE TECHNOLOGY **

**Model IPM9 Personnel Contamination Monitor**

• This monitoring system has the capabilities to monitor a,b, and g.

• Monitoring of articles by "miniSAM"

• Unsurpassed beta-gamma sensitivity

• Reduced risk of internal contamination

• Screening for inhaled/ingested radionuclides

• A savings on whole body counting programs

• IPM9A is a closed cubicle designed to accept arrays of gas flow
detectors, optional shielded scintillation detectors, a modular
electronics system and optional personnel control doors. IPM9D is an
open cubicle version of the IPM9A without control doors. Users are
guided by signals placed at the entrance to the monitor.

• The IPM9 uses a two-state monitoring procedure.

• Small articles can be placed in the optional Small Articles Monitor
(SAM) are monitored while the user is monitoring.

• Normal operation can be maintained if the mains supplies fail by using
a separate, optional backup supply. Control doors can be opened to allow
rapid evacuation.

• The data acquisition and analysis system contains modular printed
circuits, compatible with the STE (IEEE 1000) bus.

• The data processing program calculates the counts attributable to
contamination in each channel.

• The gas system maintains a slight pressure in the counters to prevent
diffusion of air or moisture into the system.

• The setup menu is organized into functional categories; system
options, operational parameters, and utilities.

**Model CM11 Contamination Monitor**

• The CM11 Contamination Monitor is designed for radiation workers to
monitor themselves, clothing and belongings effectively.

• The dual channel CM11 operates with a large range of sensitive probes.

• Easy to use correctly. There are no user controls or adjustments,
clear displays and enunciators, and direct readout.

• This monitor has a slim profile with suitable fixtures for mounting to
a wall, an IPM or the bench.

• CM11 is ideal where space is restricted. It is easy to install and to
set up, and equally easy to assign to the next application.

• This monitor can be used as a backup boundary monitor.

• The different versions, CM11A - CM11F, carry hangers for all NE
Technology's 20, 50, and 100 cm^2^ scintillation probes and the DP11 gas
flow probe.

• Has Radon recognition algorithm which eliminates nuisance alarms by
distinguishing radon alarms from others.

• Results displayed in count rate, total activity or specific activity.

• Peak reading, displayed during measurement, makes it easier to
pinpoint the maximum activity.

• This monitor has dwell-on-peak response assists in detecting small
spots of contamination.

• Gas flow and scintillation detectors both use a standard coaxial
cable.

• To provide monitoring for feet, identity cards, laundry, tools etc. in
combination with special probes.

**APTEC**

**Model APM-3 Personnel Contamination Monitor**

• The APM-3 is a two-step half body monitor.

• The electronics are dual channel for simultaneous monitoring of alpha
and beta using pulse height to separate the two pulses. The alarms are
both audible and visual. The CRT displays the results of the alarms in
net counts.

• Radon rejection is included, based on the beta/alpha ratio. This value
can be set by the user based on local site requirements.

• Background subtractions are updated continuously when the monitor is
not in use.

• This monitor is a leak-tight system which uses on average equal or
less than 30 cc/min of P10.

• Detectors are easily replaced.

• Access is controlled by key lock and no tools are required for
detector swap.

• Detectors require calibration when they are first installed.
Calibration is not necessary more than twice yearly.

• A full complement of automatic diagnostics are provided with mandatory
lockout (our-of-service) for detector missing, detector not calibrated,
HV out of range, low counts, and live time error.

• Both on-site and factory training programs are available.

• The APM and PMW brochure lists the efficiencies and the operating
conditions for the monitors. A full report of type testing by an
independent laboratory is on record and available upon request.

• Spare parts are maintained for at least seven years.

• No mechanical microswitches are used in this monitor. All sensors are
solid state.

• The APM-3 is provided with wheels and leveling legs as well as lifting
eye bolts. One person can relocate a monitor on a level floor.

• Card or Badge readers are available. The APM-3 uses an SB-16 type
sound board and dual overhead speakers with software controlled volume.

• A turnstile and/or gate may be incorporated, and controlled by the
computer.

• Up to two relays with multiple functions may be used for remote alarm.

• The APMs use no lead shielding and weight about 600 lbs.

• The APMs meet the beta limits for table 2-2, generally within 10
seconds or less per side in normal background. The APMs will monitor
alpha (in the alpha/beta mode) to 20 dpm in 55 seconds in normal
background fields. In alpha only mode, the APMs can be set to oblivious
to beta and gamma background and will monitor to 20 dpm in 45 seconds.

The HPIC Committee members voted on whether to eliminate the HPI
instrument from further evaluation.

It was unanimously voted by the HPIC Committee members that the HPI
instrument be evaluated/tested along with the other instruments shown to
the HPIC Committee. Base further testing of these remaining instruments
on:

• Information the Vendor supplied to the HPIC

• Selected test to perform

The Health Physics Instrument Committee (HPIC) voted unanimously that
the following instruments be further tested for standardization at the
DOE facilities.

Evaluation is due 60 days after receiving the instrument for testing at
the facility free of charge except shipping costs. Each lab will
understandably assume responsibility for any damage due to

mishandling or carelessness.

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<td><p><strong>MODEL/PROBE(S)</strong></p></td>
<td><p><strong>CATEGORY OF USE</strong></p></td>
<td><p><strong>COMMENTS</strong></p></td>
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<td><p><strong>NRC NP-2</strong> <strong>Neutron Survey Instrument with
NP-100 probe</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and</p>
<p>INEL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>NRC NG-2 Neutron Survey Instrument with NP-100
probe</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and INEL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>Eberline Model E600 w/9" Neutron REM Detector (Model
NRD)</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>Los Alamos and EG&amp;G Mound will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>HPI Model REM 500 Neutron Survey Meter</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and PNL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>HPI Model 6060 Extended Range Neutron REM
Detector</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and PNL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>HPI Model 2080 Pulse Neutron Monitor</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and PNL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>HPI Model REM-402 Tissue Equivalent Proportional
Counter</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>OakRidge National Lab and PNL will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>Ludlum Model 12-4 Neutron Meter</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Neutron Detector</p></td>
<td><p>INEL, Kaiser-Hill/Rocky Flats?, and OakRidge National Lab will be
testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>NE/Bicron Model IPM9 Personnel Contamination
Monitor</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Personnel Contamination Monitor</p></td>
<td><p>Los Alamos National Lab, BCLEP, and PNL (?) will be
testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>Aptec Model APM-3 Personnel Contamination
Monitor</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Personnel Contamination Monitor</p></td>
<td><p>INEL, PNL, and PMW will be testing</p></td>
<td><p><strong>NE/Bicron Model CM11 Contamination
Monitor</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Wall-mounted b-g Frisker</p></td>
<td><p>INEL will be testing</p></td>
</tr>
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<td><p><strong>Eberline Model PCM-2 and PCM-1C Personnel Contamination
Monitors</strong></p></td>
<td><p>Personnel Contamination Monitor</p></td>
<td><p>INEL and ORNL have tested and will disseminate test
results</p></td>
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</table>

**TOPIC: Growth of the HPIC Committee**

If you have had organizational changes affecting HPIC membership please
fill out a new Membership Notification form for voting rights. Ed Polz
made the following suggestions on voting rights for the HPIC Committee.

1\. Identify voting members during the first order of business to
establish who has the votes.

2\. Establish voting privileges for new members for the 2nd order of
business.

3\. HPIC vote required on acceptance of new members.

4\. Segregate participating vs voting members on the Charter.

**TOPIC: Proposed topics for the next HPIC Meeting**

• Count Rate Spec Sheets - Portable and Stationary

• Periodic Acceptance Test Policy

• De-selection process

• Review of purchase activity on BOAs

• QC Audit Program

• DAI Triton Monitor

• Eberline ESP-IIs

• Victoreen 450P

• Eberline E-120 w/pancake probe

• Ed Polz voting rights

**[ACTION #5:]{.underline}** **[HPIC Members]{.underline} - Please
return your comments on the Count Rate Spec** **Sheets and Periodic
Acceptance Test Policy draft to H. Dale Snowder by** **6/1/96.**

**TOPIC: Location for the next proposed HPIC Meeting**

(1st choice) Las Vegas, NV

(2nd choice) Denver, CO

(3rd choice) Santa Fe, NM

**TOPIC: Date of the next proposed HPIC Meeting**

(1st choice) 3rd week in October 1996

(2nd choice) 4th week in November 1996

H. Dale Snowder, GOCO HPIC Chairman, closed the meeting. If you have
questions or comments concerning the March 1996 meeting minutes, please
contact me at 208-526-4088.

H. Dale Snowder, Chairman

GOCO Health Physics Instrument Committee

**Distribution**

[Argonne National Lab - East]{.underline}

Alan Justus

Mac Robinet

[Argonne National Lab - West]{.underline}

Vern Peterson

[Battelle Columbus Operations]{.underline}

James Hallgren

[Battelle Hanford]{.underline}

Conan Wade

[Battelle Pantex]{.underline}

W. Scott Wilson

Penny Shamblin

[Battelle/PNL]{.underline}

Michelle Johnson

Tom Froelich

David Brehm

[Bechtel/Nevada]{.underline}

Ed Cox

[Brookhaven National Lab]{.underline}

George Hughes

Paul Zahra

[CAI]{.underline}

Jack Selby

[CEBAF]{.underline}

Dan Dotson

David Hamlett

[DOE Headquarters]{.underline}

Murari Sharma

[DOE Idaho]{.underline}

Ken Whitham

[DOE/CAO]{.underline}

Richard Farrell

[DOE/DP-31]{.underline}

Paul Krumpe

[EG&G Kennedy Space Center-FL]{.underline}

Rod Nickell

Teri Rutherford

Ed Provost

[EG&G Mound]{.underline}

Ron Daily

[K&H Rocky Flats]{.underline}

Bob Kennard

Dan Scigo

Elliott Lesses

[Inhalation Toxicology Research Institute]{.underline}

Mark Hoover

[Lawrence Berkeley Lab]{.underline}

Ted de Castro

Michael Sawada

[Lawrence Livermore National Lab]{.underline}

Dave Hickman

James Moore

[LESAT]{.underline}

Ed Gulbransen

[Lockheed Martin OakRidge National Lab]{.underline}

Perry Pruitt

Peter Chiaro

Don Gregory

[Lockheed Martin Idaho Technologies]{.underline}

Norm Rohrig, MS 3406

Greg Hall, MS 3406

Rick Horne, MS 3406

Bill Crownover, MS 3521

Gary LaBruyere, MS 4123

[Los Alamos National Lab]{.underline}

Dick Olsher

Shawna Eisele

Tom Voss

[NISE-East]{.underline}

George Anderson

Lee Hinson

[Ohio Emergency Management Agency]{.underline}

Dan Redman

[Patrick Air Force Base]{.underline}

Randall Scott, Lt Col.

[Rust GeoTech]{.underline}

Robert Leino

Nathan Key

Richard Murri

[Sandia National Lab]{.underline}

David Sinton

[Thermo Hanford Inc.]{.underline}

Jerry R. Hensley

[West Valley Nuclear]{.underline}

William Schaper

[Westinghouse/Savannah River]{.underline}

Ed Polz

[WIPP]{.underline}

Bates Estabrooks

Morgan Cox

**E-MAIL ADDRESSES**

Paul Krumpe DOE paul.krumpe@dp.doe.gov

Paul Zahra BNL zahra@sep2.sep.bnl.gov

Shawna Eisele LANL seisele@lanl.gov

Chris Bjork LANL cbjork@lanl.gov

Mark Hoover ITRI mhoover@Lucy.tli.org

Perry Pruitt Y-12 pp2@ornl.gov

Peter Chiaro Jr. ORNL chiaropjjr@ornl.gov

Ted de Castro LBNL tmdecastro@lbl.gov

Dan Dotson CEBAF dotson@cebaf.gov

David Hamlette CEBAF hamlette@cebaf.gov

Gary LaBruyrere INEL xag@inel.gov

H. Dale Snowder INEL sno@inel.gov

Vern Peterson Argonne-West vern.peterson@anl.gov

Dave Hickman LLNL dhickman@llnl.gov

Ed Cox Bectel-NV edcox@TIS.eh.doe.gov

Michael Sawada LBNL mikesawada@ehssun.lbl.gov

David Sinton Sandia National Lab djsinto@sandia.gov

James Moore LLNL moore12@llnl.gov

Alan Justus Argonne-East ajustus@anl.gov

Rod Nickell EG&G Florida rodney.nickell-@kmail.ksc.nasa.gov

Murari Sharma DOE-HQ murari.sharma@doe.gov

Robert Leino RUST-Geotech rleino@doegjpomail

Michelle Johnson Battelle NW ml_johnson@pnl.gov

Penny Shamblin Battelle-Pantex pshambli@pantex.com

David Brehm Battelle-PNL dm_brehm@pnl.gov

Teri Rutherford Thermo hanford theresa.rutherford-1@kmail.ksc.nasa.gov

**GOCO HEALTH PHYSICS (HP) INSTRUMENT COMMITTEE (HPIC) CONTACT LIST**

H. Dale Snowder, MS 4123 Dan Dotson

Lockheed Martin Idaho Technologies CEBAF

P.O. Box 1625 12000 Jefferson Ave.

Idaho Falls, ID 83415-4123 Newport News, VA 23606

wk: 208-526-4088 wk: 804-249-7296

fax: 208-526-7020 fax: 804-249-7363

William V. Schaper Vern Peterson, MS 6000

West Valley Nuclear Services Co., Inc. Argonne National Lab - West

P.O. Box 191, MS-TSB P.O. Box 2528

West Valley, NY 14171-0191 Idaho Falls, ID 83403-2528

wk: 716-942-4470 wk: 208-533-7972

fax: 716-942-2000 fax: 208-533-7344

Ron Daily Elliott Lesses

EG&G Mound Applied Technologies Kaiser-Hill

P.O. Box 3000 Hwy 93, Bldg. T690A, P.O. Box 464

Miamisburg, OH 45343-3000 Golden, CO 80402-0464

wk: 513-865-4872 wk: 303-966-5726

fax: 513-865-3608 fax: 303-966-8459

Bates Estabrooks Dave Hickman

Westinghouse/WIPP, MS-180 Lawrence Livermore National Lab

P.O. Box 2078 P.O. Box 808, Bldg. L-379

Carlsbad, NM 88220 Livermore, CA 94550

wk: 505-234-8561 wk: 510-422-8958

fax: 505-234-8298 fax: 510-422-5176

Jack Selby Ed Cox

CAI Betchel-Nevada Test Site

1933 Jadwin Ave. P.O. Box 9852, MS-NTS 454

Richland, WA 99336 Las Vegas, NV 89195

wk: 509-943-3634 wk: 702-295-6817 or 702-295-4442

fax: 509-946-7365 fax: 702-295-3662

Ed Polz George Anderson

Westinghouse/Savannah River NISE-East

Building 736A 4600 Marriott Dr.

Aiken, SC 29808 Charleston, SC 29406

wk: 803-725-3710 wk: 803-974-5811

fax: 803-725-1039 fax: 803-974-4839

Shawna Eisele Ted de Castro

Los Alamos National Laboratory Lawrence Berkeley National Lab

P.O. Box 1663, G-761 1 Cyclotron Rd, B90-0026, UCLBL

Los Alamos, NM 87545 Berkeley, CA 94720

wk: 505-665-4010 wk: 510-486-5256

fax: 505-665-6071 fax: 510-486-6939

**GOCO HEALTH PHYSICS (HP) INSTRUMENT COMMITTEE (HPIC) CONTACT LIST
(cont.)**

Michael Sawada George Hughes

Lawrence Berkeley National Lab Brookhaven National Lab

1 Cyclotron Road, MS 71-259, UCLBL Bldg. 348

Berkeley, CA 94720 Upton, NY 11973

wk: 510-486-7617 wk: 516-344-3120

fax: 510-486-5007 fax: 516-344-5809

Paul Krumpe David Sinton

Department of Energy, DP-31 Sandia National Laboratory, MS1095

19901 Germantown Rd. P.O. Box 5800, Dept. 7713

Germantown, MD 20874 Albuqurque, NM 87185-1095

wk: 301-903-2356 wk: 505-844-8703

fax: 301-903-6623 fax: 505-844-1388

Lee Hinson Ed Gulbranson

NISE-East LESAT

4600 Marriott Dr. 151 North 3rd Ave.

North Charleston, SC 29406/Code 32KH Pocatello, ID 83201

wk: 803-974-4889 wk: 208-526-5953

fax: 803-974-5388 fax: 208-526-8752

Richard Murri James Moore

RUST GeoTech Lawrence Livermore National Lab

P.O. Box 14000 P.O. Box 808, L-195

Grand Junction, CO 81502 Livermore, CA 94551

wk: 970-248-6024 wk: 510-423-8831

fax: 970-248-6040 fax: 510-422-2654

Alan Justus Rod Nickell

Argonne National Lab - East EG&G Florida

ESH-360 BOC-022

Argonne, IL 60439 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

wk: 708-252-3319 wk: 407-867-3540

fax: 708-252-3437 fax: 407-867-3694

Murari Sharma Robert Leino

Department of Energy HQ RUST GeoTech

EH-411/270-CC P.O. Box 14000

Germantown, MD 20545 Grand Junction, CO 81502

wk: 301-903-4359 wk: 970-248-6698

fax: 301-903-7773 fax: 970-248-6040

Dick Olsher Perry Pruitt

Los Alamos National Laboratory Lockheed-Martin OakRidge

P.O. Box 1663, MS-G761 Y-12, Bldg. 9711-1, MS 8105

Los Alamos, NM 87545 OakRidge, TN 37831

wk: 505-667-3364 wk: 423-576-4084

fax: 505-665-6071 fax: 423-574-1770

**GOCO HEALTH PHYSICS (HP) INSTRUMENT COMMITTEE (HPIC) CONTACT LIST
(cont.)**

Michelle Johnson, P7-01 Penny Shamblin

Battelle NW-MS1N P7-01 Battelle Pantex, RSD-12-42

Battelle Blvd. P.O. Box 30020

Richland, WA 99352 Amarillo, TX 79177

wk: 509-376-5624 wk: 806-477-5557

fax: 509-376-2498 fax: 806-477-4686

Peter Chiaro, Jr. David Brehm

Lockheed Martin OakRidge Battelle PNL, MSIN P7-78

P.O. Box 2008, Bldg. 3500, MS 6004 P.O. Box 999

OakRidge, TN 37716-6004 Richland, WA 99352

wk: 423-576-4598 wk: 509-376-4703

fax: 423-574-1249 fax: 509-376-7885

Jerry Hensley Teri Rutherford

Thermo Hanford Inc. EG&G Florida

MSIN T7-15 EGG-E310

3350 George Washington BOC-022

Richland, WA 99352 Kennedy Space Center, FL 32899

wk: 509-373-4601 wk: 407-867-3540

fax: 509-372-2079 fax: 407-867-3694

Ed Provost Gary A. La Bruyere, MS 4123

EG&G Florida Lockheed Martin Idaho Technologies

EGG-E310, BOC-022 P.O. Box 1625

Kennedy Space Center, FL 23899 Idaho Falls, ID 83415-4123

wk: 407-867-3540 wk: 208-526-5081

fax: 407-867-3694 fax: 208-526-7020

Bill Crownover, MS 3521 Danise A. Gilsdorf, MS 4123

Lockheed Martin Idaho Technologies Lockheed Martin Idaho Technologies

P.O. Box 1625 P.O. Box 1625

Idaho Falls, ID 83415-3521 Idaho Falls, ID 83415-4123

wk: 208-526-1857 wk: 208-526-2026

fax: 208-526-7744 fax: 208-526-7020