ML19254F578
| ML19254F578 | |
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| Site: | 07100199 |
| Issue date: | 10/17/1979 |
| From: | ARMY, DEPT. OF |
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| NUDOCS 7911120065 | |
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4 COMMANDING OFFICER 4
-O SHORE INTERMEDIATE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY NORFOLK
' N TMI NAVAL STATION wontotr, vtacm1A 23511 '
SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 07:DPC:jlt SIMA NORFOLK INSTRUCTION 9900.9 Subj: Quality Assurance program for the packaging and. shipment of Radiogry hic sources; procedures for Ref:
(a) SIMANORFOLKINST 9900.1 dated 8 May 1975, Operating and I
emergency, procedures for Gamma Radiography I
(b) United States Nuclear Regulatory Comission rules and Regulations, Code of Federal Regulations, transportation 1
(parts 100topart199)
(c) United States Nuclear Regulatory Comission P,ules and Regulatory Comission Rules and Regulations Title 10-Energy, part 71, packaging of Radioactive Material for transport and transportation of radioactive material under certain conditions.
(d) COMNAVSURFLANTINST 9090.1; Comander Naval Surface Force U.S. Atlantic Fleet, Quality Assurance Manual (e) COMNAVSURFLANTINST 9900.1; Comander Navt. Surface Force j
U.S. Atlantic Fleet, Control of Radioacts. u materials.
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(1) Overall organization struc_ure (2) Checklist for packaging and shipment of Radiographic 8
sources l
(3) Inspection, Test, and operating status 1.
Purpose. To promulgate guidance for assuring proper packaging and shipment of Radiographic sources from SIMA Norfolk and to insure compliance with requirements set forth in References (a) through (e).
2.
Discussion:
All shipments or transfers of radioactive materials over public a.
areas, to be made by Government vehicles only, must comply with appropriate federal, state, and local transportation requirements. This instruction is provi;ed to insure SIMA Norfolk complies with References (a) through (e)
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with regards to shipments of radiographic sources.
b.
Radioactite isotopes are capable of inflicting serious bodily l
harm if used improperly or without regard for safety.
l When questions arise concerning these instructions, clarification c.
may be obtained from the radiographic safety officer.
d.
The overall organization structure is listed in enclosure (1).
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SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 Organizational responsibilities for these Quality Assurance furetions and audit guidance are set forth in referenct (d) and supplemented by Reference (a).
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Responsibility. The Senior Radiographer is responsible for completion of enclosure (2) and for direct supervision of the shipment preparation.
The Radiographic Safety Officer will be solely responsible through the chain of command, for insuring that the commission regulations, the pro-visions in NRC license 15650-02 and these instructions are complied with, and shall witness compliance during preparation of the shipment and completion of enclosures (2) and (3).
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Action. The senior Radiographer shall deliver completed copies of enclosures (2) and (3) to the Radiation Safety Officer who shall maintain records in an auditable fashion. The Radiation Safety Officer will insure that all radiographic personnel are provided with a copy of this instruction and its enclosures, and that all radiographic personnel comply with them.
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OVERALL ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE 1.
Chain of comand.
Comanding Officer Executive Officer Repair Officer Radiation Safety Officer Senior Radiographer Radiographers 1311 236 9
i Enclosure (1)
SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 CHECKLIST FOR PACKAGING AND SHIPMENT OF RADIOGRAPHIC SOURCES 1.
Utilizing the inspection sheet contained in Enclosure (3), complete appropriate sections for model no. 500 SU source change: and model no.
520 camera.
COMPLETE DATE SENIOR RADIOGRAPHER 2.
Ensure shipping container is correct type for source model no.
200-520-008 COMPLETE DATE SENIOR RADIOGRAPHER 3.
Verify that the organization to which material is being shipped is authorized to receive radioactive material.
Authorizing authority COMPLETE SENIOR RADIOGRAPHER 4.
Place source for transport in model no. 500-5U SOURCE CHANGER IN accordance with Reference (a), Enclosure (6), page 2 and manufacturer's instructions.
COMPLETE DATE SENIOR RADIOGRAPHER 5.
Prepare model no. 500-SU for final shipment in accordance with manufacturer's inn nctions.
Brass plugs in place, lead seal attached with source identification a.
tag:
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Place short guide tube into shipping container:
Place copy of leak test recort in shipping container:
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d.
Install locking bolt, lock, and key with lead seal:
6.
Prepare two D.O.T. radioactive class II shipping labels as follows.
a.
Radioactive content Iridium 192 b.
Number of Curies Transportation index. Radiation Survey MR/HR at 3 feet.
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d.
Place one it. bel on each side of shipping container Enclosure (2)
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SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 7.
Prepare requisition and invoice / shipping document (DD-1149) as follows:
a.
Shipping name - Iridium 192 b.
Source change. serial #
c.
Radioactive transport group II, label applied d.
Type "B" packaging e.
Source Serial No.
f.
curies g.
Leak test date less than 0.001 microcuries h.
Contact reading MR/HR 1.
Reading MR/HR at 3 feet
- j. Transportation index k.
The statement, "This is to certify that the above named material are properly classified, dest.ribed, packagad, marked and labled and are in proper condition for transportation according to applicable regulations of the department of transportation.
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A statement of receipt COMPLETE DATE SENIOR RADIOGRAPHER 8.
Prepare government vehicle to transport source changer to Naval Supply Center.
a.
Radioactive signs on all 4 sides of vehicle b.
Radiacs - AN/PDR AN/PDR -43 c.
Operating & emergency procedures d.
Vehicle survey Two radiographers will accompan/ source changer te Naval Supply Center a.
RAD).0GRAPHER RADIOGRAPHER
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Driver shall use operating and emergency pracedures designating the actions he shall take in case of an accident and whom must be notified, i
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SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 g.
Driver shall be a qualified radiographer and must be designated in writing by the Commanding Officer.
h.
Government vehicle will be used only to transport 500-SU source changer.
9.
Transport 500-50 source changer to Naval Supply Center:
Obtain receipt signature for 500-SU source changer on DD-1149 a.
by Naval Supply personnel b.
Deliver copy of completed DD-ll49 and this enclosure (2) to Radiographic Safety Officer for filing in isotope receipt and transfer file.
Radiographic Sa fety Officer I
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3 Enclosure (2)
SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 INSPECTION, TEST AND OPERATING STATUS 1.
The Radiographic Safety Officer shall be responsible for ensuring that the inspection test and operating status of Radiographic Equipment is carried out in accordance with these procedures.
2.
Copies of this procedure shall be used for daily, monthly and receipt inspections. Prior to using a source, the daily inspections shall be performed by the radiographer using the source.
The senior Radiographer shall perform a quarterly inspection in accordance with this instruction and direct any maintenance which is required. The quarterly inspection shall include all items on the daily inspection plus those items required on the quarterly inspection. Any discrepancies noted during any inspection, or during operations of the equipment shall be brought to the attention of the Senior Radiographer, and the Radiographic Safety Officer.
If any discrepancies exist the equipment shall be removed from service until corrective action has been accomplished.
3 Daily Inspection of Radiographic Equipment:
a.
Daily ins,r:ection of panoramic exposure device to determine any changes in operational charateristics of the device.
(1) Proper operation of the source position indicator mechanism (SAT /UNSAT)
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(2) Proper operation of crank mechanism (SAT /UNSAT)
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(3) Proper operation of locking mechanism (SAT /UNSAT)
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(4) Source and drive-cable wear or damage (SAT /UNSAT)
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(5) Damaged or worn source drive cule tube and connector (SAT /UNSAT)
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(6) Rust, dirt or sludge build-up in the source tube (SAT /UNSAT)
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(7) Proper positioning of source shield inside the shield (SAT /UNSAT)
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(8) Shifting of the shield inside the projector houstig (SAT /UNSAT)
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(9) Proper connection of all mating components (SAT /UNSAT)
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(10) Damage to the device which may impF r its operation (SAT /UNSAT)
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(11)Cabledrivegear-boxdamaged and wear (SAT /UNSAT)
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(12) Proper labeling (Source ID tag etc.) (SAT /UNSAT)
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(13)Dustplugsinplace (SAT /UNSAT)
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(14) Any abnormal radiation emanating from the device (SAT /UNSAT)
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i (15) Check drive cable connector gap with a gauge prior to use, connector gap Enclosure (3) 40
7 SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 shall be.055" +.004"/
.000".
Gauge is a go/no-go wire gauge.
(SAT /UNSAT)
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(16) On the Model 520, the connector nut on the drive cable has 2 pins which hold it in place.
Inspect nut to insure they are not missing.
(SAT /UNSAT)
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(17) The pig tail connector of a new source for Model 520, measures,.050" in dia.
When a new source is received check the connector to insure that it is.050" +
.004"/
.000".
Use a knife edge vernier caliber.
(SAT /UNSAT)
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b.
Daily inspection directional beam exposure device to determine any changes in operational characteristics of the device.
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(1) Check the bolt action drive mechanism for any apparent wear or damage.
(SAT /UNSAT)
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(2) Check drive cable connector gap with a gauge prior to each use. Connector gap shall be.055" +.004"/
.000".
(SAT /UNSAT)
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(3) Check the tungsten beamer for damage to threads or any other damage (SAT /UNSAT)
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(4) Check collimator for damage (SAT /UNSAT) 1
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c.
Daily inspection of storage containers for:
(1) Possi',le shielding defects, such as cracks, resultinp from shifting of shielding material (SAT /UNSAT)
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'2) Proper positioning of source (s) within j
thecontainer(SAT /UNSAT)
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(3)
Damage to the containe which may impair its use (SAT /UNSAT)
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(4) Proper operation of locking mechanism (SAT /UNSAT)
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(5 Lock wire seals (SAT /UNSAT)
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(6 Proper label (SAT /UNSAT)
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(7 Damage to connectors and source securing devices on source changers (SAT /UNSAT)
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d.
Daily inspection of source leak test tool Condition of polyfoam insert (SAT /UNSAT)
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Any damage to threads (SAT /UNSAT)
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Any change in operational characteristics (SAT /UNSAT)
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(4) Check to insure device is clean and I
free from any dirt, oil, etc.(SAT /UNSAT)
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SIMANOT.FOLKINST 9900.9 4. Quarterly Inspection of Radiographic Equipment a. Inspect gamma alarm for proper operation (SAT /UNSAT) /. b. Inspect audible alarm on vault for proper operation (SAT /UNSAT) / c. Conduct vault survey (SAT /UNSAT) / d. Inspect vault doors operating mechanism for proper operation or damage (SAT /UNSAT) / e. Check to insure signs have not been removed or covered on vault (SAT /UNSAT) / [ f. Inspect vault locking device (SAT /UNSAT) / g. Lubricate source drive cable assembly in accordance with technical t :aual for applicable equipment (SAT /UNSAT) / h. Check clearance in source guide tubes. A steel ball 11/32" in diameter should pass freely through the entire length of the tubes (SAT /UNSAT) / 5. Inspections required at source change: Complete visual inspection of camera and control cable shall be accomplished at each source change, utilizing procedures described in the applicable technical manual and this check-off sheet as guide and record. 6. If the inspection of the above items c thru e reveals any of the aforementioned discrepancies, no radiographic operations shall be performed until repairs or replacement parts have been provided. The Radiographic Safety Officer shall be notified at once of any damage or discrepancies. List items found defective Date and signature of radiographer who performed inspections. DATE SIGNATURE Corrective Action taken on defective items: i 3 1311 242 Enciosure(3)
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SIMAN0RFOLKINST 9900.9 Signature of Radiographic Safety Officer, if defective items were found and corrective action taken: t I i i 1311 243 1 i 14415 4 Enclosure (3) e}}