Sealed Source Authorization Process
- Complete the Application for Use of Sealed Sources or Nuclear Gauges (PDF) with the information detailed in the Radiation Materials Safety Manual.
- Require each laboratory member who is to be listed on the Sealed Source Use Authorization complete the following radiation safety courses at the Learn@ISU:
Source Material Training Course Nuclear Gauges or Nuclear Devices - Sealed Source Radiation Safety (online)
- Manufacterer's Training
Sealed Sources - Sealed Source Radiation Safety (online)
- Require each laboratory member who is to be listed on the Sealed Source Use Authorization complete the Sealed Source Worker Application
- Forward the Application for Use of Sealed Sources or Nuclear Gauges and Sealed Source Worker Applications via Campus Mail to EH&S, 2408 Wanda Daley Drive / 3602.
- The documents will be reviewed by the Radiation Safety Officer and forwarded to the The Radiation Safety Committee for approval. Once the application is approved, you will receive a copy of your Sealed Source Use Authorization.
- Review the Sealed Source Use Authorization concerning your application's approval (note the conditions for use and possession limits).
- Review Responsibilities of the Principal Investigator section of the Radiation Safety Manual.
- Contact EH&S to arrange for the set-up of your laboratory for radionuclide use.
- Review waste handling procedures, laboratory rules and other operational information within the Radiation Safety Manual.
- Meet with EH&S staff personnel during the laboratory set-up to discuss any questions you may have regarding operational matters.
- Review the procedure for ordering radioactive material and follow it carefully during ordering.