The following information was provided by the
Texas Department of State Health Services (the Department) via email: "On September 17, 2025, the Department received a report from the licensee stating that, during routine testing, the screw for the shutter operating arm on a Ronan SA-1-F37 nuclear
gauge containing a 100 millicurie (original activity)
cesium-137 source had broken. The shutter is stuck in the open position. Open is the normal operating position. The licensee stated they will contact a service provider to repair the
gauge. "The licensee reported that there is no risk of additional radiation exposure to members of the general public or radiation workers, due to this on/off mechanism failure. The licensee reported a service provider has been contacted to repair the
gauge. "Additional information will be provided as it is received in accordance with SA-300."
Texas Incident Number: 10230
Texas NMED Number: TX250049