Radiation Research
Research Safety
A Researcher’s Guide to Radioactive Sources and X-Ray Devices
Radiation Work on Campus
All work involving radiation sources (material and devices) must be cleared by the Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) before use. See Purdue’s Radiation Safety Manual for information. All forms must be filled with the following links: no hard copies can be accepted.
1. Submit the A-1 and A1-S
Principle Investigator (PI):
2. Complete Required Training
Complete the appropriate HSI training(s). You will need to create an account to get access. Search for the following under My Training>View Catalog:
| ⋅ Diagnostic X-ray | ⋅ Analytical X-ray |
| ⋅ Sealed Sources | ⋅ Unsealed Sources* *Schedule in-person training |
3. Submit Personnel Forms
PIs and all radiation users:
- Complete the A-4 (link)
- You will need your HSI certificate:
- My Training>My Transcript>View Diploma (on “EXAM” course type)
4. Review and Approval
- Radiation Safety will review all forms
- Projects are routed for RSC review
- RSC meets quarterly
- Work may begin once all approvals are complete
- Dosimetry will be issued as required
If you have any questions, the Radiation Safety Team is always happy to help!
Contact
Environmental Health and Safety
researchsafety@purdue.edu
765-494-6371