Understanding the Protocols for Working in Areas with Potential Radiation Hazards

What is the primary legislation governing radiation protection in the UK?
Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974
Radiation Protection Act 1991
Environmental Protection Act 1990
Which of the following are responsibilities of a Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)?
Ensuring compliance with local rules
Providing training to staff on radiation safety
Conducting medical examinations
Issuing personal dosimeters
What type of radiation monitoring device is commonly used to measure personal exposure?
Personal dosimeter
Geiger-Muller counter
Scintillation detector
Survey meter
Which of these areas require controlled access due to potential radiation hazards?
Nuclear power plants
Medical imaging departments
Public parks
Residential buildings
What is the maximum permissible dose limit for radiation workers in the UK per year?
20 millisieverts (mSv)
50 millisieverts (mSv)
100 millisieverts (mSv)
10 millisieverts (mSv)
Which of the following practices help minimize radiation exposure?
Time management
Distance maintenance
Shielding
Ignoring safety protocols
What should be done immediately if a radiation spill occurs?
Evacuate the area and notify the Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA)
Continue working as normal
Clean up the spill without protective equipment
Ignore the spill
Who is responsible for appointing a Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) in a workplace?
The employer
The employees
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
The local council
What is the purpose of a Controlled Area in radiation work environments?
To restrict access and control exposure to radiation
To store radioactive waste
To conduct public tours
To house administrative offices
What document outlines the specific procedures and safety measures for working with radiation in a particular location?
Local Rules
Employee Handbook
Risk Assessment Report
Training Manual
What is the role of a Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA)?
To provide expert advice on radiation protection
To conduct daily operations in radiation areas
To manage financial aspects of radiation projects
To handle public relations for radiation facilities
Which of the following are types of ionising radiation?
Alpha particles
Beta particles
Gamma rays
Microwaves
Ultrasound
What is the purpose of personal dosimeters in radiation work environments?
To measure individual exposure to radiation
To detect chemical spills
To monitor air quality
To track employee attendance
What should be included in a radiation risk assessment?
Identification of radiation sources
Evaluation of potential exposure levels
Implementation of control measures
Employee salary details
Company profit margins
What is the recommended action if a worker's radiation dose exceeds the permissible limit?
Cease work immediately and report to the RPA
Continue working as usual
Ignore the reading
Take a short break and resume work
Which document outlines the responsibilities and duties of employees working with radiation?
Local Rules
Employee Handbook
Safety Data Sheet
Training Manual
What is the primary purpose of shielding in radiation protection?
To reduce exposure to ionising radiation
To enhance visibility in low-light conditions
To improve communication between workers
To store radioactive materials
Which of the following are common materials used for radiation shielding?
Lead
Concrete
Wood
Plastic
What is the significance of the ALARA principle in radiation protection?
To keep radiation exposure As Low As Reasonably Achievable
To maximize radiation exposure for better results
To eliminate all radiation exposure
To standardize radiation doses across all industries
What is the function of a Geiger-Muller counter in radiation work environments?
To detect and measure ionising radiation levels
To monitor temperature changes
To assess chemical contamination
To record sound levels
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