Document: NRC Regulatory Guide
Document ID: a5cfec96-8785-464b-ada8-dc4424b90606
Document Type: regulatory_guide
Title: Quality Assurance for Radiological Monitoring Programs
Source: NRC Regulatory Guide Division 4
Source URL: https://www.nrc.gov/docs/ML0630/ML063060429.pdf
Revision Date: 2023-06
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Section ID: RG-4.15
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ment of a method’s capability to meet the MQO specifications. Process-radiation monitoring equipment and instrumentation need to have the desired sensitivity to provide both real-time and data-trend values that can relate to the actual measurements of process streams before release. The radiological environmental measurements program may be used to confirm the adequacy of the process-monitoring equipment. DG-4010, Page 6 C. REGULATORY POSITION The QA program of each organization performing radiological effluent or environmental monitoring of nuclear facilities using, processing, or storing radioactive materials during all phases of the facility’s life cycle should be documented by written policies and procedures. This documentation should have sufficient RECORDS of program conduct and performance to enable demonstration of program adherence. In addition to its own program, a licensee should require any contractor or subcontractor performing support program activities (e.g., sampling, analysis, evaluations, and records) for the licensee to develop and maintain a QA program covering the applicable program elements. The following presents the QA program elements that should be developed and implemented to ensure the quality of data/results for radiological effluent and environmental monitoring programs. 1. Organizational Structure and Responsibilities of Managerial and Operational Personnel The structure of the organization as it relates to the management and operation of the monitoring programs, including QA policy and functions, should be defined and documented. The authorities, duties, and responsibilities of the positions within this organization, down to the first-line supervisory level, should be described. This should include responsibilities for review and approval of written procedures and the preparation, review, and evaluation of monitoring data and reports. Persons and organizations performing QA functions should have sufficient authority and