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What is Dosimetry/Radiation Monitoring?

Science or process of calculating someone's radiation energy absorption. (Deep, Shallow, & Eye)

Who is required to be monitored?

All personnel in around radiation sources and/or handling radioactive material.

How do I use my control badge?

Place inside of film badge holder. Placed in a location as far away from the radiation source as possible. (This would also be an ideal location to place everyone's radiation badge when not in use.)

How do I wear my Dosimetry Badge?

  • Whole Body Badge: Should be placed over the heart or chest.
  • Extremity Badge: Worn on the hand used to handle radioactive material.
  • Fetal Monitors: Place at the abdomen underneath lead aprons.
  • Wrist Badges: Place on wrist of the arm handling radioactive material.

How do I return my badges?

Each shipment will contain a pre-paid envelope to ship your old badges back to us as part of your service.

What is an Area Monitor Badge?

Badge used to monitor an area or location.


(Example: Dose to the public, hallway, or waiting room.)

What are the Dose Limits?

Find the limits HERE.

What is a TLD Ring Badge?

TLD stands for: Thermoluminescent Dosimeter. Used primarily to monitor the handling the radioactive material.

Can more than one person share a badge?

No, each badge # is assigned to one person for the lifetime of that badge.

What exchange periods are offered?

  • Bi-Monthly
  • Monthly
  • Quarterly

What do I do if I lose my badge?

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Will I be contacted if my dose level is high?

If your badge exceeds your reporting period permissibles, you will be contacted by our technician with your dose.

How long are dose reports to be kept?

Best practice is to keep all records.

How often do I need to have my survey meter calibrated?

Calibration intervals are 3 months, 6 months, and annually. Depending on the meter or application.

(Please see your state Department of Health.)

What is Leak/Wipe testing?

A test preformed to determine if a sealed radioactive source is leaking outside of its containment.

How do I preform the leak test?

Please see our Leak/Wipe page. Here

How do I cancel my ongoing service with AEIL?

Atomic Energy requires a written 35 day notice of cancellation before the print of your next cycle. Please refer to Terms & Agreement Page


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