Introduction and Purpose

In the course of performing your duties as an employee or student at LLU/LLUMC, you may be asked to work with either radioactive isotopes and/or radiation-producing machines.

One of the means by which the safe use and handling of radioactive isotopes and/or radiation producing machines may be accomplished is for you to become familiar with some of the technical and practical aspects associated with radiation use. This handbook will be a broad introduction to both the technical and practical considerations associated with the safe use of the more common sources of radiation found at LLU/LLUMC. State, University, and Medical Center requirements will also be outlined.

The goal of this handbook is to educate you so that you will be able to identify and deal effectively with the radiation hazards in their immediate work area, thus providing for your own safety, the safety of those around you, and the safety of the environment.

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