Radiation and radiation protection on INF transports
The course enables the participant in better understanding the safety concerns arising from the ionising radiation emitted by INF cargos.
Radiation and radiation protection on INF-transports
Participants
The course is primarily aimed at companies and individuals, who handle INF-cargo (primarily INF 1 & 2) either onboard or onshore.
Content
The course is divided into 5 parts:
Part 1
- Radioactivity and ionising radiation
- The interactions between ionising radiation and matter
- Units and relevant quantities.
Part 2
- The biological effects of ionising radiation
- ICRP-recommendations and dose limits
- Everyday exposure to ionising radiation; natural and man-made.
Part 3
- Practical radiation protection (distance, time, shielding)
- Measuring radiation: Equipment and techniques, followed by exercise in measuring radiation.
Part 4
- Transport of radioactive materials: Danish regulations, type B(U)F containers.
Part 5
- Accidents involving radioactive substances.
Course gain
The course enables the participant in better understanding the safety concerns arising from the ionising radiation emitted by INF cargos.
Period
1 day
Course Language
The course is held in Danish and English. If you wish to have the course held in other languages feel free to contact the course secretary.