Some RAM work does not require a dosimeter as the energy is so low that the dosimeter cannot detect it. A short form requesting dosimeter service must be filled out before dosimeter can be issued. Forms are available at the Radiation Safety Office. A dosimeter will be issued immediately upon receipt of a completed Request for Dosimeter Service Form. The whole process is short.
Dosimeters are in general issued for a two month wearing period.
The first day of the wearing period is printed on the dosimeter. Once you have filled out the dosimeter request form, you should automatically get a new dosimeter at the beginning of each new wearing period. The new dosimeters are sent through the campus mail from the RSO to one person in your department or group. It is important that you know where your new dosimeter will be sent and that you pick them up promptly. Do not return your old dosimeter until you receive a new one, unless you are departing before the end of the wear period.