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5. INSTALLATION
5.1 General Safety Precautions
The shielding with the radioactive source is delivered in a box in compliance with the re-
gulations concerning the transportation of radioactive substances.
Take the shielding out of the box just prior to installation. Up to that time, store it in a
location that is guarded against unauthorized access.
Using the drawings of the shielding and taking into account the situation at the measur-
ing site, carefully install the mounting brackets and fixtures. Make sure the mechanical
stability of the mounting devices is adequate to support the shielding weight. Assemble
the shielding just prior to taking the system into operation.
Secure all screws and fixing parts, so that they cannot come undone during operation,
and the shielding cannot fall down.
To keep the radiation exposure of the assembling personnel as low as possible, only li-
censed personnel who have been trained on how to handle radioactive substances are
allowed to assemble or disassemble the shielding with the source.
Work is performed according to the instructions and under supervision of the Radiation
Safety Officer. It has to be ensured that the lock of the shielding is closed and secured,
so that no unshielded radiation can exit. Make sure the shielding is not tampered with or
damaged.
Very important!
Please read the Radiation Protection Guidelines in CHAPTER 11 and observe
them strictly!
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