This course is a supplement to the 'Ionising radiation safety training' and is designed for those who intend to work with unsealed sources. This course is also necessary to gain access to type C laboratories.

All users of ionizing radiation sources must be fully aware of the associated risks and how they can be used safely.
OHS offers a short training course tailored to anyone using, handling, storing, or responsible for the safety of ionizing sources. Users will be made aware of related hazards so that they can identify risks and adopt safe general work practices regarding:

  •    open and sealed sources;
  •    X-ray and gamma-ray generating equipment;
  •    Working areas
  •    how to be protected and optimize activities;

In order to use laser class 3B and 4, the user needs an authorization.

There are two requirements for obtaining this authorization:

- Completing Laser equipment specific training. All personnel working with lasers of class 3B and 4 must be instructed about laser setup he/ she is going to use and safety measures specific to the laboratory. The laboratory head is responsible for the organization of the equipment specific training, usually given by senior staff.

- Successful completion of the present laser safety training and passing the test.