The applicant must insure that the application correctly and adequately describes the procedures and safety precautions to be followed. Failure to do so may result in delay of application approval or rejection of the application. Provision and maintenance of equipment necessary for the safe handling of radioisotopes and instruction on its proper use. Establishment and maintenance of procedures for safely opening and handling packages in which radioactive material is received. Notification to the Radiation Safety Office of any accident or abnormal occurrence involving, or suspected of involving, radioisotopes or radiation producing machines.
Notification is required in all cases of personnel contamination or suspected ingestion.
Assurance of sufficient methods and materials for contamination control within each laboratory to prevent the spread of such contamination to other areas. Proper labeling of sources, storage areas, waste containers, contaminated items and areas of use. Provision of sufficient security measures against the misuse or theft of radiation sources under the Authorized User's possession. Provision of sufficient shielding for stored materials to prevent unnecessary exposure. Proper disposal of radioactive waste.