RAD 220 Radiation Safety/Health Physics for Responders

This course will provide a fundamental understanding of health physics theories and principles which can be applied when conducting emergency response field operations. Methods to be covered include external dose calculations, derived air concentrations calculations, shielding calculations, rules of thumb, etc.

Course Length: 2 hours

Course Manager: IEMA-OHS Office of Nuclear Safety

Course Timeline:

Registration Information: IEMA-OHS Office of Nuclear Safety

Prerequisite: RRG 110

Target Audience/Discipline: IEMA-OHS Office of Nuclear Safety Staff

Scheduled Classes: There are no scheduled dates for this course.

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