Research Bench Lab

MCW Radiation Safety

Safety coursework for individuals working with or near radioactive materials.

Training

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Initial Training for RAD Workers

Formerly titled RADSAF-001 Radiation Safety Training.

Course Description
The radiation safety training that we provide teaches the basics of working with radioisotopes in research laboratories, including the following topics: basics of radioactivity, health effects of ionizing radiation, radiation protection techniques, Licensing and regulations, and laboratory policies and procedures. Any personnel planning on working directly with radioactive material must receive Radiation Safety Training prior to handling material. Students, post-docs, lab technicians, etc. must have documented training in radiation safety before working with radiation.

Assessment Type
Quiz and Lab

Course Instructions
With successful completion of this online component, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework. You must then contact Radiation Safety to schedule a personalized in-lab training session.

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS).

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Annual Refresher Training for RAD Workers 

Formerly titled RADSAF-002 Radiation Safety Training Refresher

Course Description
The radiation safety refresher training that we provide teaches the basics of working with radioisotopes in research laboratories, including the following topics: basics of radioactivity, health effects of ionizing radiation, radiation protection techniques, Licensing and regulations, and laboratory policies and procedures. Any personnel planning on working directly with radioactive material must receive Radiation Safety Training prior to handling material. Students, post-docs, lab technicians, etc. must have documented training in radiation safety before working with radiation.

Assessment Type
Quiz

Course Instructions
With successful completion of this online component, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework.

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS).

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Radiation Safety Awareness Training for Facilities Staff

Course Description
The radiation safety awareness training that we provide teaches the basics of radioactivity and MCW policies and procedures.\

Assessment Type
Attestation

Course Instructions:
With successful completion of this course, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework. 

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS)

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Radiation Safety Awareness Training for Dock Personnel

Course Description
The radiation safety awareness training that we provide teaches the basics of radioactivity and MCW policies and procedures.

Assessment Type
Attestation

Course Instructions
With successful completion of this course, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework.

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS)

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X-Ray & Fluoroscopy Safety Training for Non-Human Research

Course Description
Continuing Education: Safety Instruction For The Safe Use Of  X-Ray & Fluoroscopy for Non-Human Use. This is a general training for radiation protection and is not intended for one specific piece of equipment.

Assessment Type
Quiz

Course Instructions
With successful completion of this course, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework.

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS).

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Part 37 Radiation Safety Refresher Training

Course Description
Part 37 Radiation safety refresher training is required for all individuals with unescorted access to the sources of increased control. This training is now required annually and is meant to supplement the initial training already completed.

Assessment Type
Quiz

Course Instructions
With successful completion of this online component, you will receive an email notification confirming you have completed the coursework.

Questions / Technical Support
Contact the Office of Radiation Safety (ORS).

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