Radiation Protection Technician Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Radiation Protection Technician Do?
Radiation protection technicians monitor radiation levels in buildings and facilities to ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and to prevent dangerous elevations in the radiation level. They take measures to minimise radiation emissions, and to prevent further contamination in the event of radiation pollution, by developing radiation protection plans, in particular for nuclear plants and facilities.
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Metrology
The methods and theory of measurement in a scientific context, including internationally accepted units of measurement, practical realisation of these units, and interpretation of measurements.
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Skills You Need to Become a Radiation Protection Technician
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EssentialMetrology knowledge
The methods and theory of measurement in a scientific context, including internationally accepted units of measurement, practical realisation of these units, and interpretation of measurements.
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EssentialHazardous Waste Treatment knowledge
The methods applied in the treatment and disposal of hazardous waste such as asbestos, dangerous chemicals, and various contaminants, as well as the surrounding environmental regulations and legislation.
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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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EssentialHazardous Waste Types knowledge
The different types of waste which poses risks to the environment or public health and safety, such as radioactive waste, chemicals and solvents, electronics, and mercury-containing waste.
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EssentialNuclear Reprocessing knowledge
The process in which radioactive substances can be extracted or recycled for use as nuclear fuel, and in which waste levels can be reduced, yet without the reduction of radioactivity …
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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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EssentialHealth, Safety And Hygiene Legislation knowledge
The set of health, safety and hygiene standards and items of legislation applicable in a specific sector.
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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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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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EssentialWear Appropriate Protective Gear skill
Wear relevant and necessary protective gear, such as protective goggles or other eye protection, hard hats, safety gloves.
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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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EssentialDevelop Hazardous Waste Management Strategies skill
Develop strategies which aim to increase the efficiency in which a facility treats, transports, and disposes of hazardous waste materials, such as radioactive waste, chemicals, and electronics.
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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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OptionalPollution 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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OptionalHazardous Materials Transportation knowledge
Regulations and safety procedures which are involved in the transportation of hazardous materials and products, such as hazardous waste, chemicals, explosives, and flammable materials.
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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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OptionalHazardous Waste Storage knowledge
The regulations and procedures surrounding the safekeeping of materials and substances which pose health and safety risks.
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OptionalAdvise 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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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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OptionalDispose Of Hazardous Waste skill
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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OptionalFollow 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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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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OptionalAssist People In Contaminated Areas skill
Assist workers in remediation activities as well as people at risk of exposure in safety operations, such as instructing on wearing protective gear, entering and leaving restricted areas, and usage …
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OptionalDocument Survey Operations skill
Complete and file all required administrative, operational and technical documents related to a survey operation.
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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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OptionalPerform Demarcation skill
Perform the activities involved in the creation and fixing of boundaries around a restricted area.
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OptionalRemove Contaminants skill
Use chemicals and solvents to remove contaminants from products or surfaces.
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OptionalRemove Contaminated Materials skill
Remove materials and equipment which are contaminated with hazardous substances in order to protect the surroundings from further contamination and to treat or dispose of the contaminated materials.
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