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Radiation Technician Safety

Radiation Technician Safety

Skill set
National Code
PSPSS00050
State Code
AD503
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
07/03/2016
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
235
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 07/03/2016 Current Transition (Deleted)
Description
This skill set is for authorised personnel who perform a radiation monitoring role, undertake local radiation protection and safety requirements to ensure the organisation/licensee's compliance with relevant radiation protection and safety legislation, standards, licenses or codes of practice, and who are trained to participate as a member of a workplace emergency initial response team, and who work:
at a mine or plant that processes radioactive ore and/or minerals
with instruments that emit ionising radiation at geotechnical, construction, mining and manufacturing sites or analytical/research facilities
in a laboratory or licensed facility that handles radioactive materials
in a nuclear facility
Pathway Information
Completion of this skill set contributes to PSP30116 Certificate III in Government. PSPRAD007 and PUAWER009B contribute to PSP80216 Graduate Certificate in Radiation Safety.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
Not applicable.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies meet the industry standard for safely monitoring radiation and the exposure of people and environments during radiation-related work activities, those working as a local radiation safety coordinator or radiation safety officer under the authorisation of the responsible person and with the advice of a radiation safety professional and in accordance with radiation protection safety standards, codes and guidelines.
General notes
No information