Vega DSGH - Nuclear Materials Notice

DSGH Installation and Operation Guide 11
Introduction
C HAPTER
1
Chapter 1INTRODUCTION
Nuclear materials notice
This equipment contains radioactive source material that emits gamma
radiation. Gamma radiation is a form of high-energy electromagnetic
radiation. In many cases, only persons with a specific license from the U.S.
NRC or other nuclear regulatory body may perform the following to the
source holder:
• Dismantle
•Install
• Maintain
•Relocate
•Repair
• Test
VEGA Field Service engineers have the specific license to install and
commission nuclear gauges, and can instruct you to safely operate your
gauge. See page 1-24 for contact information.
Note: See the Radiation Safety for U.S. General and Specific
Licensees, Canadian and International Users Manual that came
with the source holder and the appropriate current regulations
for details.