Ill. Admin. Code tit. 32, § 340.830 - Control of Volatiles and Gases
a)
A licensee who uses or stores radioactive volatile materials or gases shall do
so with a system that will keep airborne concentrations within the limits
prescribed in this Part.
b) The
system shall either be directly vented to the atmosphere through an air exhaust
or provide for collection and decay or disposal of the volatile material or gas
in a shielded container.
c) A
licensee shall use or store radioactive gases only in rooms that are at
negative pressure compared to surrounding rooms or hallways.
d) A licensee shall post, at the areas of use
and storage, emergency procedures to be followed in the event of a gas
spill.
e) In the event of
evacuation because of a spill or leak, the licensee shall use a radiation
detection survey instrument upon room re-entry to ensure radiation levels have
returned to background levels.
f) A
licensee shall check the operation of reusable collection systems monthly and
measure the ventilation rates available in areas of use at intervals not to
exceed 6 months. The licensee shall maintain a record of these checks and
measurements for 5 years. The record shall include the model and serial number
of the collection system, results of all checks recommended by the manufacturer
of the collection system, the ventilation rates measured, the date of the
checks and measurements, and the identity of the individual who performed the
checks and measurements.
g)
Contaminated charcoal trap filters, air handling systems, and respiratory
equipment shall be disposed of in accordance with this Part.
Notes
Amended at 35 Ill. Reg. 934, effective December 30, 2010
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