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.