Radiation Safety Program
Radiation Safety Program
The Radiation Safety Program provides institutional support and oversight for the receipt, use, and disposal of radioactive materials, lasers, and X-ray producing equipment, as well as compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.
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Laser Safety
EH&S also monitors operations of Class 3B and 4 lasers on campus to ensure compliance with national and state regulations, and institutional procedures and policies. Fundamental properties of lasers, laser classification and hazards, biological effects, safety practices, common accidents and emergency procedures, orientation to Ãå±±ÂÖ¼é safety policies.
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Radiation Registration
Radiation Safety is responsible for the proper licensing and registration of regulated sources of radiation and liaison activities with pertinent regulatory agencies. Procedures such as time, distance and shielding that must be followed while working with radiation at UTEP in order to minimize personnel exposure.