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Radiation can be defined as energy traveling through space. There are two types of radiation, ionizing and non-ionizing, which are differentiated by how they interact with matter. Non-ionizing ...

“Radioactive sources are all around us, offering immense societal and economic benefits, but they may also pose a risk. Managing these sources well, protects us from accidental radiation exposure and ...

EHSA allows for the entry of source use and waste generation by the Authorized User or Radiation Worker. This mechanism is meant to capture the dispensing of radioactive material from the original ...

Clinicians who desire to use radioactive materials for patient applications need to apply for authorization from the Radiation Safety Committee. The Committee reviews the training and experience of ...

Radioactive materials and/or radiation-producing machines may be transferred to another appropriately licensed laboratory following approval from the CU Radiation Safety Office. Once approval from the ...

If you have an after-hours emergency involving radiation, dial 911. Notify Radiation Safety of any incident involving radiological materials. To have radioactive waste removed, use the following form ...

Editor’s note: This article is published after the passing away of Rod Ewing. The draft manuscript was prepared by both authors. It has been lightly edited for style, length, and clarity. Additional ...

CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Concerns are rising in the Lowcountry as four wasp nests have tested positive for traces of nuclear waste. The first nest was discovered in July and subsequently removed. Now ...

If you will be working in a laboratory using radioactive material, Laboratory Safety training is required before taking Radiation Safety Training. Please go to Canvas ...

For obvious reasons, radioactive material is a restricted commodity. Users must go through radiation safety training and the project approval process before they can begin ordering and using ...