Modification History
Not applicable.
Description
Not applicable.
Pathways Information
This unit from PSP04 Public Sector Training Package is introductory and serves as a foundation for those who may become more involved in radiation-related roles.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Skill Set Requirements
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PSPRAD701A |
Work safely in a radiation environment |
Target Group
This skill set is for those who require radiation protection and site safety training in addition to induction training, prior to undertaking operational, technical, and/or maintenance tasks in a radiation environment.
Such personnel may work in mines, construction sites, hospitals and laboratories and may include:
- utility and site service personnel, such as electricians, plumbers, fitters, and equipment service technicians
- site cleaners and maintenance workers
- operators of equipment that emits ionising radiation
- those who handle and/or transport radioactive material
- those who use radionuclides
Suggested words for Statement of Attainment
This unit meets industry requirements for workers in contact with radiation as part of other roles who may receive occupational exposures of greater than 1 millisievert per annum and who need to be competent and take action to avoid unacceptable exposure to radiation hazards, or to ensure that others are not unacceptably exposed to radiation hazards due to their work.
