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Principles of radiation safety training

This course covers the basics of ionising radiation, principles on how to work safely and an overview of the associated legislation in as much as they apply to the laboratory user.

Course description


This eLearning course will give you an introduction to radiation safety, monitoring and legislation. It is a prerequisite module for the Safe Handling of Unsealed Radioactive Sources instructor-led course provided by UCL Safety Services and can also be used for refresher training.

All safety instructor-led training courses are delivered by our team of safety experts.

Objectives


At the end of this eLearning course, you will understand the basics of ionising radiation, principles on how to work safely and an overview of the associated legislation in as much as they apply to the laboratory user.

Target audience


All

Cost


Training courses are free to UCL staff however your Department will be charged £50 if you fail to attend when booked on a course.  Non-attendance at first aid courses will incur a higher non-attendance fee.

Late applications


If you have not received your confirmation notification from the MyHR Mailer please contact Safety Services on 020 3108 8592 or email to safetytraining@ucl.ac.uk.

External delegates


Places to external delegates are only offered if there is spare capacity on an instructor-led course.

Please contact safetytraining@ucl.ac.uk to be placed on a waiting list stating the course title and date you wish to join. 

Last updated: Friday, June 11, 2021