With this minimum training, an individual may be authorized to use micro curie quantities under the direct supervision of an Authorized User.
Additional training is required to use millicurie quantities.
A college degree is necessary. In addition, the individual must complete a Program Documentation Review as described in the Radiation Safety Manual. To become an Authorized User, all of the above must be completed and a minimum of 160 hours of experience with radioisotopes must be documented. An application must be submitted to the Radiation Safety Committee detailing the requested materials, uses, and Radiation Safety practices to be observed. Training and experience must also be fully documented on the application.