new projects involving ionising radiation - requirements for chief investigators
The last 12 months have seen a major overhaul of Radiation Safety across the University, with emphasis on ensuring that the University meets its legal requirements regarding the use of ionisation radiation. All such work is now overseen by a Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) that reports to the DVC (Research).
All applications for research funding are required to submit a Research Proposal Clearance Form (RPCF) to the Research Office at the time the application is lodged. The RPCF identifies the use of ionising radiation but does not assess the safety of this in any way.
The attached form serves as written risk assessment of any new project that will use ionising radiation. Before the Research Office releases any funds to researchers to enable the commencement of a new project this risk assessment will need to be completed AND approved by the RSC.
This system will provide a mechanism to check that all Regulatory and University Requirements are complied with.
The following are the major requirements for the use of radioactive material in research projects in the University:
Laboratories are registered with the EPA [where applicable],
The minimum laboratory design requirements [as per AS 2982.1] are satisfied,
Persons using radioactive material have an appropriate EPA radiation licence,
There is a waste management plan in place,
Persons have undergone appropriate training,
Written standard operating procedures are produced and available,
Records of radioactive material stored and used in the laboratory are kept,
Personal monitors are issued and records of results kept [where appropriate]
These items will be covered in the new Supplement to the University of Sydney Research Proposal Clearance Form [a copy of which is attached].
For further details please do not hesitate to contact the University Radiation Safety Officer.
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