This course provides the delegate with the necessary information for dealing with Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) in the Oil and Gas Industry and satisfies the HSE requirements for RPS training – as stated in IRP6.
The course can also be used by HSE practitioners and managers to update themselves on changes in legislation and practice.
The course covers the following sections:
• Basic Physics of Ionising Radiations
• Biological Effects of Ionising Radiations
• NORM (Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material)
• UK Legislation
• Monitoring Instruments
• Personal Dosimetry
• Overview of Requirements for the Transport of Radioactive Material
• Work Instructions and Procedures
Delegates will be awarded an extension to the RPS certification of competence based on their active participation.
