Radiation Protection Officer Health Professionals
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Radiation protection officers are responsible for the protection from harmful effects caused by exposure to ionising radiation. They ensure compliance with legislation and regulations by enforcing safety measures. Furthermore they develop radiation protection plans in particular for nuclear plants and facilities.
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Radioactive Contamination
The different causes of the presence of radioactive substances in liquids, solids, or gases or on surfaces, and the manner in which to identify the types of contaminants, their risks, and the contaminants' concentration.
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Skills You Need to Become a Radiation Protection Officer
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EssentialRadioactive Contamination knowledge
The different causes of the presence of radioactive substances in liquids, solids, or gases or on surfaces, and the manner in which to identify the types of contaminants, their risks, …
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EssentialNuclear Energy knowledge
The generation of electrical energy through the use of nuclear reactors, by converting the energy released from nuclei of atoms in reactors which generate heat. This heat subsequently generates steam …
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EssentialRadiation Physics In Healthcare knowledge
The radiation physics related to conventional radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, diagnostic nuclear medicine and their principles such as areas of application, indications, contraindications, limitations and radiation hazards.
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EssentialRadiation Protection knowledge
The measures and procedures used to protect people and the environment from the harmful effects of ionising radiation.
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EssentialEnvironmental Legislation knowledge
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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EssentialNuclear Legislation knowledge
Be familiar with European, national and international legislation regarding the practice of nuclear activities.
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EssentialPollution Prevention knowledge
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
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EssentialAdvise On Pollution Prevention skill
Advise individuals and organisations on the development and implementation of actions which aid in the prevention of pollution and its related risks.
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EssentialEnsure Compliance With Environmental Legislation skill
Monitor activities and perform tasks ensuring compliance with standards involving environmental protection and sustainability, and amend activities in the case of changes in environmental legislation. Ensure that the processes are …
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EssentialEnsure Compliance With Radiation Protection Regulations skill
Make sure the company and the employees implement the legal and operational measures established to guarantee protection against radiation.
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EssentialFollow Nuclear Plant Safety Precautions skill
Comply with nuclear power plant safety procedures, policies and legislation to ensure a safe working environment for all employees, and to ensure the safety of the public.
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EssentialMonitor Nuclear Power Plant Systems skill
Control nuclear plant systems, such as ventilation and water draining systems, to ensure proper functioning and identify irregularities.
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EssentialPerform Risk Analysis skill
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
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EssentialUse Personal Protection Equipment skill
Make use of protection equipment according to training, instruction and manuals. Inspect the equipment and use it consistently.
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EssentialApply Radiation Protection Procedures skill
Inspect rules related to ionising radiation and ensure these abide by the Medical Exposure Directive (MED).
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EssentialCalculate Exposure To Radiation skill
Calculate radiation data about procedures, such as length and intensity of exposure.
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EssentialDesign Strategies For Nuclear Emergencies skill
Develop and oversee the implementation of strategies which aim to prevent equipment malfunctions, errors, and contamination risks in nuclear facilities, and which outline response actions in the event of a …
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EssentialDevelop Radiation Protection Strategies skill
Develop strategies for facilities and organisations which are at risk for exposure to radiation or radioactive substances, such as hospitals and nuclear facilities, for the protection of people within the …
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EssentialInstruct Employees On Radiation Protection skill
Explain the various legal and operational measures established in the company against radiation, such as reducing exposure time and wearing protective gear, to the employees and communicate the emergency procedures.
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EssentialMonitor Radiation Levels skill
Use measuring and testing equipment and techniques to identify the levels of radiation or radioactive substances in order to control exposure and minimise health, safety, and environmental risks.
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EssentialRespond To Nuclear Emergencies skill
Set in motion the strategies for reacting in the event of equipment malfunctions, errors, or other events which may lead to contamination and other nuclear emergencies, ensuring that the facility …
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OptionalPollution Legislation knowledge
Be familiar with European and National legislation regarding the risk of pollution.
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OptionalContamination Exposure Regulations knowledge
The regulations concerning exposure to contaminated materials or a hazardous environment which regulate the actions surrounding risk assessment, minimisation of further exposure, quarantine, and treatment of the exposed persons.
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OptionalAssess Contamination skill
Analyse evidence of contamination. Advise on how to decontaminate.
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OptionalAvoid Contamination skill
Avoid the mixing or contamination of materials.
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OptionalInspect Government Policy Compliance skill
Inspect public and private organisations to ensure proper implementation and compliance with government policies which apply to the organisation.
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OptionalMonitor Disposal Of Radioactive Substances skill
Ensure correct management and disposal of radioactive substances used for medical purposes, in compliance with established procedures.
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OptionalTest Safety Strategies skill
Test policies and strategies related to risk and safety management and procedures, such as testing evacuation plans, safety equipment, and carrying out drills.
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OptionalInspect Compliance With Hazardous Waste Regulations skill
Inspect an organisation's or facility's strategies which deal with the management of hazardous waste in order to ensure that their actions are compliant with relevant legislation and that measures are …
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OptionalInvestigate Contamination skill
Perform tests to investigate the properties of contamination in an area, or on surfaces and materials, in order to identify the cause, its nature, and the extent of the risk …
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OptionalInvestigate Pollution skill
Identify the cause of pollution incidents, as well as its nature and the extent of the risks, by performing tests on the site of pollution as well as in a …
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