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Skill set details

PSPSS00011 - Radiation Technician Safety Skill Set (Release 2)

Summary

Usage recommendation:
Superseded
Mapping:
MappingNotesDate
Is superseded by and equivalent to PSPSS00031 - Radiation Technician Safety Skill Set 31/Oct/2012

Releases:
ReleaseRelease date
2 (this release) 07/Mar/2012
(View details for release 1) 05/May/2009

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Modification History

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Description

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Pathways Information

PSPRAD007A and PUAWER009B provide credit towards PSP70210 Vocational Graduate Certificate in Radiation Safety. The remaining units may be used towards other Public Sector qualifications

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Not applicable.

Skill Set Requirements

PSPRAD703A

Perform basic radiation measurements

PSPRAD705A

Handle and transport radioactive material

PSPRAD706A

Work safely with radiation-sealed source equipment

PSPRAD707A

Monitor radiation

PUAWER009B

Participate as a member of a workplace emergency initial response team

Target Group

This skill set is for authorised personnel who perform a radiation monitoring role and who are trained to participate as a member of a workplace emergency initial response team, and who work:

  • at a mine or plant that processes radioactive ore and/or minerals
  • with instruments that emit ionising radiation at geotechnical, construction, mining and manufacturing sites or analytical/research facilities
  • in a laboratory or licensed facility that handles radioactive materials
  • in a nuclear facility.

Suggested words for Statement of Attainment

These units meet industry requirements for those working to safely monitor radiation and the exposure of people and environments during radiation-related work activities, under the authorisation of a responsible person and with the advice of a radiation safety professional (such as a radiation safety officer) and in accordance with radiation protection safety standards, codes and guidelines.