Do not smoke, eat, drink or apply cosmetics while working with non-sealed radioisotopes or in an area which may be contaminated with radioactive materials. Use mechanical devices to pipette radioactive solutions. Never pipette radioactive solutions by mouth. Surveys of the person and area during and after working with transferable radioactive materials are recommended to assure contamination control. Store or transport radioactive materials in a manner to prevent breakage or spillage.
Secondary containment is recommended.
Wear or use sufficient protective apparel to prevent internal or external contamination of any person. To aid in preventing contamination of work benches, hoods, floors, and normally noncontaminated areas, perform work and store containers of loose or liquid radioactive materials in trays or pans with raised sides. Use plastic backed absorbent paper to protect work surfaces. . Waste must be properly identified and segregated into the following categories . Bulk liquid waste - radioactive material in solution.