Description
Radiation protection officers are responsible for the protection from harmful effects caused by exposure to ionising radiation. They ensure compliance with legislation and regulations by enforcing safety measures. Furthermore they develop radiation protection plans in particular for nuclear plants and facilities.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
develop radiation protection strategiesperform risk analysisfollow nuclear plant safety precautionsinstruct employees on radiation protectiondesign strategies for nuclear emergenciesrespond to nuclear emergenciesensure compliance with environmental legislationmonitor nuclear power plant systemscalculate exposure to radiationuse personal protection equipmentadvise on pollution preventionmonitor radiation levelsapply radiation protection proceduresensure compliance with radiation protection regulationsavoid contaminationinspect government policy complianceinvestigate pollutioninspect compliance with hazardous waste regulationsmonitor disposal of radioactive substancestest safety strategiesinvestigate contaminationassess contamination