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Principles of Laboratory Radiation Safety

Tuesday, January 29, 2019 09:00to17:30
McTavish 3610 room 430, 3610 rue McTavish, Montreal, QC, H3A 1Y2, CA

Target Audience:ÌýAll staff and students required to handle and/or store radioactive materials must follow this course.

²Ñ³¦³Ò¾±±ô±ôÌýstudents & staff click onÌýregister onlineÌýusing the ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Human Resources Staff Development course registration system.

Non-Mcgill studentÌýregistrants please complete and submit theÌýPaying Participant Training Form

Content:ÌýBasic radiation physics; Biological effects of ionizing radiation; Sources of exposure; Dose limits; Radiation protection principles; Environmental surveillance and dosimetry; Radiation safety management; Safe laboratory work practices; Emergency procedures; Useful radiation safety formulae and how to receive and transport radioisotope packages.

Certification:ÌýA course certificate is presented to participants who successfully complete a written examination. If you misplace your ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Radiation Safety Certificate, there is a $10.00 charge for replacement.

Dates:ÌýseeÌýcalendarÌýbelow

Duration:Ìý9h00 to 17h30 (9h00-16h00 for the course and 16h00-17h30 for the Exam)

Cost (±«ÓãÖ±²¥):ÌýFree for ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ Community (students, staff and faculty). When registering using the on-line registration system you will be prompted to enter a FOAPAL - no FOAPAL is required therefore leave the field blank.

Cost (Non-±«ÓãÖ±²¥):Ìý$50 (if paid by PI); $200.00 per person plus applicable taxes for other payment methods.

Examination information:ÌýThe exam is compulsory for all staff and students under ±«ÓãÖ±²¥'s permit. Course notes, English-French or English-another language dictionary and a scientific calculator are allowed during the exam. The exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions and lasts for 90 minutes.

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