Radiation Safety Procedure Rev.08

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QHSE DEPARTMENT RADIATION SAFETY PROCEDURE SAL-QHSE-SOP-RSM

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SIEVERT ARABIA LIMITED RADIATION SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 08 09-07-2014
REVISION SHEET
Rev. Rev. Date Section Detail of Revision Reason for Revision

No.
01 28-01-2012 All New procedure New procedure
02 28-02-2012 Dose level Investigation level Aramco requirements
Addition of Annexure for

Revised Org charts and &
03 28-04-2012 3 radiation emergency
annexure
contingency plan
Change in contact numbers &
04 05-11-12 10 Change in text
Org charts
Change in text, addition of Aramco Comments

05 15-01-13 All
requirements incorporated
06 Addition of Aramco
Aramco comments
24-07-13 4.4 Requirements in work planning &
incorporated
Permit
RPP Qualification, Vehicle Sign
Boards, Temporary Storage Pits,
3.1.10 / 4.1.1 / Aramco comments
07 16-01-14 4.1.4 / 5.1 / 5.3
Projectors’ Maintenance, TLD /
incorporated
Survey Meters / Warning Signs
Conditions
Changing Regulatory Authority
Name from KACST to KACARE Aramco Comments
08 09-07-14 All
Change in text, addition of incorporated
requirements
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Sec No. Description Page Number

1.0 Introduction 4
1.1 Purpose 4
1.2 Scope 4
1.3 Reference Document 4
1.4 Definitions and Abbreviations 4
2.0 Policy , Legal and other Requirements 7
2.1 Policy 7
2.2 Legal and other requirements 7
3.0 Organisation,Responsibilities and Standards 8
3.1 Organisation 8
3.2 Resource Standards 15
4.0 Work Site Hazard Management and Controls 16
4.1 Road Safety 16
4.2 Use of Radioactive Material 19
4.3 Disposal 19
4.4 Work Planning and Implementations 19
5.0 Equipments Specification and Maintenance 21
5.1 Industrial Gamma Ray Exposure Device 22
5.2 X-ray Crawler Equipment 22
5.3 Safety Equipment 23
5.4 Radiography Work Area Classifications 24
5.5 Dosimetry control and analysis 25
5.6 Import, Shielding, Movement and Wipe Test of Radioactive Materials 27
5.7 Radioactive Source Shielding 28
5.8 Permanent Labeling 28
5.9 Radioactive Source Movement Control 28
5.10 28
Radioactive Source Integrity monitoring wipe test
5.11 Records & Responsibility 29

6.0 Implementation and Monitoring 29
6.1 Incident Reporting, Investigation and Analysis 29
7.0 Monitoring, Inspection , Audits 31
8.0 Review 32
8.1 Medical Surveillance and Occupational Health Control 33
9.0 Control of Records and amendments to documents 34
10.0 Annexure I- Radiation Contingency Plan 35
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1.0 Introduction
1.1 PURPOSE:
This manual stipulates the requirements for managing radioactive materials, X-ray generating equipment for
industrial radiography to ensure the people and environment are free from harmful effects of ionizing radiation,
in order to:
 Ensuring that radiography workers and members of the public are not exposed to radiation in excess of
the limits specified by the competent authority and by safety directives issued from time to time, or any
limits as specified by the client –where reasonable and below legal limits as set.
 Reducing the radiation exposure below set limits as low as reasonably Practicable, and below the internal
Investigation level or whichever is higher.
 Ensuring safe custody, storage, use, transportation and disposal of radiography sources and equipment;
and
 Prevention of hazardous situations and initiate of appropriate action plans to mitigate consequences of
radiation.
1.2 SCOPE:
This manual applies to activities involving the use of radioactive material and Industrial X-ray machines and
controls for protecting persons against exposure to ionizing radiation by minimizing the time of exposure,
maximizing the distance from the radiation source and ensuring maximum shielding, safety to competent and
trained operating personnel.
It describes the requirements of the Radiographic personnel for the safe use and Handling of Radioactive
Material (Ir-192, Co 60 and CS-137), safe transport of radioisotopes and safe handling of Industrial X-ray
machines as per the Regulations of King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy (hereafter referred as
KA KARE) No. 7/M/8897 and ICRP publication 103(2007) & International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, 1996
Safety Standards safety series no.115, International basic safety standards for protection against ionizing
radiation.
7.1 REFERENCE DOCUMENT:

 Regulations of King Abdul Aziz City for Science and Technology (hereafter referred as KACST) No. 7/M/8897
First Edition dated 21-04-1428 H, 2007 G.
 Radiation Protection for Industrial Radiography – SAEP -1141.
 Practical radiation safety manual – International Atomic Energy Agency.
 International Atomic Energy Agency, Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Material. IAEA/TS-R-1
(2009)
 Radiation Protection and Safety in Industry Radiography, IAEA Safety Report Series No.13.
 GI – 0002.100 Work Permit Systems.
 SAEP -1142 – Radiography Qualification of Non-Saudi Aramco NDT Personnel.
 SAEP -370 – Transportation of radioactive material.
 SAL-WP-QOP/001/2010 – Qualification and certification of NDT personnel.
1.4 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS:
 KACARE: King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy.

 SAL: Sievert Arabia Limited.
 IAEA: International Atomic Energy Agency
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 ICRP : International Commission on Radiological Protection

 Radiography Technician:
Authorized personnel are those individuals who have been specifically authorized to use, handle,
transport or store ionizing radiation producing equipment and radioactive sources as per the
requirements. An individual whose job involves routine use of manmade radiation sources and who has
the potential to receive effective radiation dose of, 2 milli-sievert or higher accumulated over one year.
Radiation worker shall be 18 years of age or older.
 Dose:
The effects (physical), chemical and biological of radiation depend not so much on the energy
transferred to the medium, but on the energy absorbed by it. The quantity absorbed dose (or simply
dose) is defined as the amount of energy absorbed per unit mass of the matter at the point of interest.
 Activity
Activity is defined as the number of nuclear transformations (or disintegrations) per second. The unit of activity is
Becquerel (Bq) / Curie (Ci)
1 Ci = 3.7 X 1010 Bq
The SI unit of dose is J kg -1
The special name for the unit of dose is Gray (Gy)
1 Gy = 1 J kg -1, the old unit of dose is rad which is energy absorption of 100 erg per gram of material.
1 rad = 10 -2 Gy
 EQUIVALENT DOSE (HT)

The biological damage caused by the same dose of different radiations shall be different, if they have different
rates of energy loss per unit path length. Hence, in radiation protection, to account for this variation in the
effectiveness of different types of radiations, a factor called radiation-weighting factor (WR) is used to multiply
the absorbed dose due to each type of radiation. The weighted absorbed dose in any tissue is called the
equivalent dose HT.
i.e., HT =  DT, R WR
Where DT, R is the dose averaged over the tissue or organ T, due to radiation R. Since W R is a dimensionless
quantity, the unit of equivalent dose is also J kg -1.
The special name for the unit of dose equivalent is Sievert (Sv). 1 Sv = 1 J kg -1.
Equivalent dose in Sv = Dose in Gy x W
EXPOSURE
Exposure is a quantity which measures the photon (X or gamma radiation) flux at any point in air. It is defined as
that quantity of X or gamma radiation that produces in air, ions carrying 1 coulomb of charge (of either sign)
per kg. of air.
The earliest unit of exposure is Roentgen (R)
The SI unit of exposure is Coulomb/ Kg (C/Kg)
1R = 2.58 X 10-4 coulomb / kg
ALARA: As Low As Reasonably Achievable.
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Controlled Area:
An area where immediate dose rates can exceed 7.5Sv (0.75 mrem)/h. Controlled Areas shall be physically
demarcated by means of a physical barrier with appropriate warning signs. Only classified radiation workers
shall enter into a Controlled Areas, unless the work is assessed and can be performed safely.
Supervised Area:
An area where the immediate dose rates exceed 2.5µSv (0.25 mrem)/hr but does not exceed 7.5Sv (0.75
mrem)/h. Entry into Supervised Areas may be permitted by non-classified workers if the work is assessed and
can be performed safely.
 Radioactive materials:
Any material with an activity concentration greater than 100 kBq/Kg or 100 Bq/g.
 Generators:
X-ray equipment used in industrial radiography.
 Sealed Source:
Radioactive material is permanently encapsulated in a solid form so as to maintain leak tightness in all
conditions.
 Unsealed sources:
Radioactive tracers (used in production flow investigations).
 Transport Index:
An internationally accepted index for classification of packages and how they can be grouped for storage
and transport.
 Packages (Type A & Type B):
An internationally accepted classification of packages to allow the safe transport of radioactive materials.
 Transport:
The controlled movement of radioactive materials from one location to another.
 Bequerel (Bq):
The System International (SI) unit for measurement of radioactivity (One Bq = 1 Nuclear disintegration/sec).
 Contingency Plan:
A set of procedures to be implemented in the event of radioactive emergency.
 Curie (Ci): The traditional unit for measurement of radioactivity (1Ci=37 GBq).
 Dose Rate: Absorbed dose measured per unit of time.
 Gray (Gy): The SI unit for absorbed dose or organ dose (1 Gy = 1 J/Kg)
 Sievert (Sv):
The SI unit for Equivalent Dose which is based on Radiation Weighting Factor (varies for different types of
radiation) and Effective Dose based on Tissue Weighting Factor.
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 Rad: Traditional Unit of absorbed dose (1 Rad = 0.01 Gy).
 Radiation Monitoring Devices:
Detection Device used by classified radiological worker for monitoring ionizing radiation.
 Shielding: Material used to reduce emission of radiation.
 RPA: Radiation Protection Advisor.
 RPO: Radiation Protection Officer
 RSO: Radiation Safety Officer
 RSMS: Radiation Safety Management system
 QHSEMS: Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management System.
 MD: Ministerial Decree
 WP: Work Permit
 NDT: Non Destructive Testing
Conversion Units
1 Sievert 100 Rem
1 Curie 3.7  1010 Bq
1 m Sv 100 m Rem
2.0 POLICY, LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
2.1 Policy
Sievert Arabia Limited Commits to comply with this RSMS & QHSEMS throughout the operation commits to
comply with legal requirement, customer requirement and local, international standards and code of
practices.
The company policy duly signed by Managing Director shows the visible of management commitment towards
the QHSE and RSMS. The copy of HSE policy shall be displayed in prominent places in English and Local
Language.
For the application of ALARA principle, Sievert Arabia shall assure that any unnecessary radiation dose is not
acceptable and that it is the responsibility of all those working with or handling sources of radiation to work in a
manner that limits exposure to radiation to themselves and to others. Every reasonably achievable means to
reduce radiation exposure shall be taken. Under no circumstance is urgency to complete a task justification
not to take reasonable measures to reduce radiation dose.
2.2 Legal and other Requirements:

Legal requirements for the import, transport, storage or use of radioactive materials in the kingdom shall be
followed as per the Ministerial Decree Regulations of King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy
No. 7/M/8897 First Edition dated 21-04-1428 H, 2007 G.
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The requirements as stipulated in this document shall be followed all the time during activities as associated
with radio isotopes.
3.0 Organization, Responsibilities and standards.
3.1 Organization
Managing QHSE & Radiation Safety is a Line Responsibility and all employees; both individually and collectively
are responsible for QHSE & Radiation Protection. This organization chart identifies the key positions in the
organization with their accountabilities & responsibilities to perform their task safely, without any harm to health
and environmentally responsible manner, in the field of radiation protection and emergency response. This
chart is highlighting the flow of the company for radiation protection, and not of the company as a whole.
Jamsheed Salahudheen RSO TEAM

Country Head
Shiras TP
Group QHSE Manager Radiation Protection
Advisor (Consultant)
Operations S Narayana Technical

Shawki
Manager Asst Manager Ali Al Rakah Abdullah
TBA Operation ASNT Level III RSO (back Up) Main RSO
Manager Tarachand
Additional RSO
Baiju Abraham TBA
Project Coordinator
Project/ Site level In

charge/RSO
Senior Technicians
Technicians
Drivers Assistance/Trainee
Project/Site RSO TEAM HO Support (Consultancy Services
3.1.1 General Manager:
He shall ensure the implementation of RSMS throughout the operation effectively and ensure the
operation meets the objectives and customer satisfactions as per the company policy.
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Resource managements and support to employees to carryout industrial radiography in safe manner
without any health safety issue to the employees and public and without any environmental impact,
as per the local regulation and company policy.
Holding the position of decision making authority of management review meetings for RSMS and
QHSEMS with effective implementations for radiation safety as advised and identified for effective
utilizations of resources with safety as a prime concern.
Ensure that the workforces are safe and healthy for the operations and the attitudes for HSE &
Radiation safety culture are being built and maintained with.
3.1.2 Group Manager QHSE

He will be the controller of QHSEMS and RSMS for the organization, to ensure the policies procedures
meeting with other requirements and provide expert advice to management on QHSEMS and RSMS.
He will monitor the company QHSEMS and RSMS performance and advices to the management about
the company performance. Evaluate the company HSE requirements and setting up the objectives
based on the feedback and performance.
He will take the initiation of management review meetings for QHSEMS and RSMS.
Actively advising and be a part of incident investigations and analysis.
Holds overall control for implementing policies throughout the QHSEMS & RSMS system and to ensure
that the corrective actions are in liaison with the non conformances are periodically monitored.
3.1.3 Radiation Protection Advisers (RPA)

The RPA provides specialist advice and technical assistance to the organization and shall be trained in
radiation hygiene and radiation safety management. Appointed RPA's shall be familiar with KSA
radiation legislations and publications from International Regulatory Bodies such as the IAEA and the
ICRP.
The RPA or equivalent holds sufficient competency and formal training in all aspects of the work to
meet the requirements of an RPA.
RPAs and/or Health Physicists shall be formally trained in all aspects of the work and be
certified under the RPA2000 assessment scheme (United Kingdom), or equivalent.
The RPA is responsible for:
Advising management on the implementation of the company's radiation safety management system
Monitor compliance with this Specification for the storage, transport and use of radioactive sources at
all worksites through planned inspections and audit programs.
Formulation of safe working procedures (local rules) and contingency plans, where necessary, to
ensure safe working practices and adequate emergency response.
Training and monitoring of all workers exposed to ionizing radiation, to ensure that they perform their
assigned work without endangering themselves, fellow workers and the environment.
Carryout / Peer review investigations of incidents involving over-exposure to ionizing radiation and
incidents involving the loss (even temporary) of a source of ionizing radiation.
Advising the company management on the implementation of the Company’s RSMS, and as given in
international radiation safety standards whichever applicable therewith.
Monitor compliance with this specification for the storage, transport and use of radioactive sources
at all worksites through planned and periodic inspections and audit programs.
3.1.4 Main RSO / Back Up RSO

Manager –Radiation safety hold overall responsibility of implementation and monitoring of
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QHSEMS and RSMS to ensure that the requirements are met and operations are controlled in line with
the requirements.
Provide adequate resources, equipments, provision of training for the staffs to ensure that safe working
atmosphere is available to prevent unsafe actions.
Ensure that the system implementations are well monitored and adequate control measures are in
place.
Ensure adequate work planning including deployment of crews and equipments to avoid any over
exposure.
Effectively monitor &control of day to day operational requirements for NDT & other routine jobs as per
the client and contractor requirements/applicable.
Actively involved in internal incident investigations including over-exposure to ionizing radiation and
incidents involving the loss (even temporary) of a source of ionizing radiation, with RPA, and RPO and
to provide necessary controls measures therewith.
Carryout management site visits to ensure that the commitment from management is fulfilled with and
to assure that the policies and objectives are implemented properly.
Holds responsibility of source import, transportations, and permits approvals for source storage facilities
for the company.
Actively participate in HSE Meeting and RSMS management review meetings to ensure the adequate
actions are in place for the outcomes of QHSEMS and RSMS.
3.1.5 Technical Manager
Planning, organizing and coordinating training and Certification of all SAL personnel continual basis, as
per the written practice, to achieve the highest professionalism.
Periodic audit and monitoring of the procedures, practices, training and certification records,
backups, compliance to clients’ requirements etc.
Periodically review of all NDT Procedures, and Written Practice of SAL and review of new NDT
procedures.
Upgrading, implementing and monitoring of Quality Management System and Procedures.

Compliance to the HSC Policy of SAL SAL clients, more specifically on radiation safety.
Periodic Site visits to assess the Quality system and Radiation Safety with technical support.
Provide technical support to all sites, contractors as and when required.
3.1.6 RSO
Effective implementation of RSMS to ensure that the radiation safety control measures are being
followed by the employees as required.
He shall be having certification of a current RSO/RPO license issued by King Abdullah City for Atomic
and Renewable Energy (KACARE).
Conduct In-house Trainings and awareness programs on Radiation Safety and also assist RPA to fulfill
the in house training requirements.
Maintain Tracking of medical records, QHSE & Radiation Safety Training records and carryout
Training Gap Analysis. Liase with Operation Manager to fill any gaps identified.
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Carryout periodic review of personal dose report and analysis for proactive identification of any
overexposure or effects
Liaise with Operation Manager, for effective dosimetery controls and adequate measures to avoid
any ill health effect.
Conduct inspections and audits at site locations to monitor effective implementation of RSMS &
QHSEMS requirements and report to management for any deviation.
Carryout Investigations of Radiation and other incident and analyze. Maintain tracking of corrective
and preventive actions identified as a part of Investigation findings until closed out.
Compliance assurance for QHSEMS and HSE performance data, analysis if QHSEMS and RSMS and
suggest the improvement area whilst the employee performance in HSE are also being
monitored.
Monitor RSMS compliance with local legislations and rules, for adequate implementations of the same.
He shall possess a minimum of 40 hours formal training in Radiation Protection recognized by the
regulatory authority.
Shall be a qualified radiographer (minimum certification to ASNT or ANSI CP-189 Level II radiographer or
approved equivalent) in industrial radiographic operations or ASNT Level III RT certification;
Formal training in the maintenance of radiographic exposure devices utilized for industrial radiography
Shall be responsible for application for permit, Import, License, and export permission from required
legal authorities & required legislation agents for the Isotope. He shall also responsible for handling,
calibrations, monitoring, and maintenance of radiation safety equipments.
Investigating and reporting all incidents involving overexposure to ionizing radiation.
RPO will be able to provide emergency services in case of radiation emergencies & located in sites or
will be able to reach sites within 6 hrs from the time of radiation incident
3.1.7 RSO (Coastal-FOCAL POINT)

The RSO shall advice and assists the employer on all aspects of radiation safety who shall be the first
source of radiation expertise within the company. The responsibilities of RSO shall include:
He shall be approved by KACST and shall hold the approval permit.
He shall be handling documentation and procedures related to the import and export of radioactive
sources and shall maintain the inventory records of radioactive sources within SAL.
He will be monitoring compliance with KACST for the storage, transport and use of radioactive sources
at all worksites of company.
Implementing a comprehensive system of movement control of all sources of ionizing radiation
imported into KSA such that their location is known at all times.
He shall be having certification of a current RSO/RPO license issued by King Abdulaziz City for Science
and Technology (KACST).
He shall possess a minimum of 40 hours formal training in Radiation Protection recognized by the
regulatory authority.
Shall be a qualified radiographer (minimum certification to ASNT or ANSI CP-189 Level II radiographer or
approved equivalent) in industrial radiographic operations or ASNT Level III RT certification;
Formal training in the maintenance of radiographic exposure devices utilized for industrial radiography
Organizing comprehensive medical screening (as required) of all workers exposed to ionizing
radiation, and maintenance of adequate medical records.
Training and monitoring of all workers exposed to ionizing radiation, to ensure that they performed their
assigned work without endangering themselves, fellow workers, members of the public and the
environment.
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Implementing adequate dosimeter control for the work being performed and the maintenance of
adequate records.
Investigating and reporting all incidents involving overexposure to ionizing radiation.
Investigating and reporting all incidents involving the loss (even temporary) of a source of ionizing
radiation.
When lacking knowledge of information the RSO shall call upon the company appointed RPA for
advice and assistance.
He will be the controller of radiation safety equipments like TLD, Dosimeters, Survey meters and its
traceability with calibrations, working condition, issue records, and relevant pit room inspection
frequently.
RSO will be able to provide assistance to RPO for emergency services in case of radiation emergencies
& located in sites or will be able to reach sites within 6 hrs from the time of radiation incident.
3.1.8 Senior Technicians

Planning and executions of daily jobs at site, as required by NDT request from contractor
representative and to ensure that the jobs are completed as per the plan from the start up to the
reporting stage of the required task.
They shall have adequate qualifications and certification from the concerned as per SAL-WP-
QOP/001/2010 for the competency in technical, radiation safety and practical demonstration of the
same.
They shall have completed minimum training and experience requirements defined in SAL-WP-
QOP/001/2010 for Level II Radiography. An RT Level II technician must have a minimum of 3 years field
experience to be assigned to work with Trainees and RT Level I technicians
Ensure that adequate manpower, resources and other requirements are being met with for
completion of the required job as per the request from contractor representative.
Planning the work and supervising the work to ensure that necessary equipment & competent
personnel are available as required and to make sure NDT workers follow the procedures. This shall also
include planning the job to avoid any over exposure of the crew members considering their daily dose
report and planned work exposure.
Shall have adequate supervisory HSE training competency as applicable in the country.
Ensure all crew members follow all HSE requirements and always carry their Personal dosimeter and TLD
/ Film badges during work. Any lost of film badge / accidental exposure of dosimeter / badge shall be
reported immediately
Carry out Risk assessment at the worksite for any specific hazards and conduct tool box talks.
Ensure all necessary control measures are in place prior to start the work, including emergency
arrangement and preparedness.
Report any Radiation / HSE Incidents and if require assist in investigations
3.1.9 Technicians (Radiation Worker)
Technicians of industrial radiography are responsible for performing all work in accordance with this
procedure under the supervision and advice of radiological protection officer and/or HSE officer at
site.
They shall have adequate qualifications and certification from the concerned as per SAEP 1142 for the
competency in technical, radiation safety and practical demonstration of the same.
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Technician shall have completed minimum training and experience requirements defined in SAEP-1140
(SAEP-1142 for 3rd party contractor personnel) for Level I Radiography and work under the direct
supervision of a current certified RT Level II technician.
Technician/Personnel using, handling or transporting ionizing radiation producing equipment and
radioactive sources used for Radiography testing on Saudi Aramco property shall have valid Radiation
Protection Permit (RPP).
He should carry out the work in such a way that the dose received is as low as reasonably achievable
(ALARA) by fully adopting safe work practice in radiation safety principles.
Every person working with radiation or radioactive materials shall not expose himself or others to
radiation to a greater extent than is absolutely necessary for the purposes of the work. In addition, the
worker should be responsible for the following:
Technicians shall use those personal monitoring devices issued to him and returning them at the end of
the prescribed period. He should also take every precautions and assurance that the controls are in
place to ensure that personal dosimeter devices are exposed only to those ionizing radiation that are
incident on his body during the normal course of his work.
Inform the RPO in advance of any proposed work with radioactive materials or irradiating apparatus,
together with methods and safety precautions to be used.
Report immediately to the RPO any instance of known or suspected unsafe practice or other
hazardous situation or contingency / incidents
Become familiar with the main chemical and physical properties and biological effects or the radiation
or radioactive materials during use.
Follow all applicable rules and regulations from Client & Contractors.
Ensure that the team and buddy are safe to carry out a required task.
Asses the areas for identification of workplace hazards and ensure that adequate control measures
are in place.
Ensure that the WP systems are completely followed.
Verify and correct dosimeter is in use and if start of day, zeros quartz fiber pocket dosimeter, or
electronic equivalent.
Verify survey meters (minimum one per radiographer) are on, calibrated and functioning properly.
Receives radiographic exposure device (projector) Together with the designated Issuer/Receiver,
Collect the projector from the storage cell/pit and verify Source Serial Number, verify that the vehicle
has the required associated equipment, radiographic accessories, and safety equipment with the
Issuer/Receiver conducts a "Daily Inspection" of the projector and conducts radiation survey. Assure
that the Issuer/Receiver has logged out the projector with the correct data and destination.
Radiation Work Requirements Transport vehicle requirements
Attach the required radiation warning signs to the transport vehicle prior to loading of the projector.
Assures that current revision of the Radiation Protection procedure is in the vehicle and readily
accessible for reference. Assures that emergency contact information is readily available and visible
not only to himself but in the event of an emergency, to response personnel.
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Loads Projector Secures the projector as required by the Protection procedure and any current
Radiation Protection (Safety).
Perform a survey of the exterior of the transport box, exterior of the vehicle and the passenger
compartment. Transports the projector to the designated work assignment site without detour or route
deviation not exceeding the posted speed and/or limit established by the Radiation Protection
procedure (whichever is less).
Site Setup and exposure establishes barrier to projected distances. Assure that the minimum numbers
of warning signs are sufficient to cover all possible areas on ingress. Erect additional signs, ropes or
barrier tape where necessary to assure that all possible approaches to the area are provided with the
required warning.
Performs set-up of the projector and associated equipment
Upon connection of the controls, performs a check of the projector selector ring and controls. Any
indication of malfunction or sluggish operation shall give cause for immediate stop of work and return
of the projector to the point of issue.
Conducts a verification exposure to evaluate dose levels at the established barrier limits and adjust
distances where required.
Perform radiographic assignment in accordance with the Radiographic Procedure and Radiation
Protection procedure as well as any current Radiation Protection Advisories.
Frequently monitors pocket dosimeter throughout the performance of radiography.
Secure all equipment and loads transport vehicle. Perform a survey of the exterior of the transport box,
exterior of the vehicle and the passenger compartment. Verify that required vehicle warning signs are
in place. Transports the projector to the next assigned work site or point of issue without detour or route
deviation not exceeding the posted speed and/or limit established by the Radiation Protection
procedure (whichever is less).Return of Projector to the storage site
Returns the projector to the designated Issuer/Receiver Together with the Issuer/Receiver, performs a
survey of the projector as well as a visual inspection. Assure that the source is logged in by the
Issuer/Receiver with the correct data. With the Issuer/Receiver, stores the projector in the appropriate
cell/pit. Records dosimetry data and proceeds to remaining radiographic activity including processing
of film, report preparation, etc.
Wear all necessary personal safety equipment while performing NDT activity and report immediately to
RPO and /or Site in Charge in case any faulty and malfunctions of equipments, PPE and radiation
safety equipments.
Aware of emergency plan and shall ensure availability of emergency equipments at work site.
3.1.10 Drivers
The driver must be posses the required competency as per KSA driving regulations.
The driver shall be trained in transportation awareness of radio isotope and he shall be able to respond
to emergency situations such as vehicle accidents involving radio isotope transportations. The training
course shall be in Arabic language.
The driver shall ensure that vehicle is in safe condition and fit for purpose in compliance with KSA Police
/ Client requirements. Driver shall always carry necessary documents for vehicle.
He shall perform daily vehicle checks as per the form requirements
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The driver shall follow the speed limits and road safety rules at the respective operational area in the
kingdom.
The driver shall follow speed limit and always obey the road sign boards. It shall be the duty of driver to
inform the RPO and concerned emergency response team as in the Emergency numbers in case of
any emergency including road traffic accidents. He should be also aware of the emergency contact
numbers of the site level.
The driver must be always accompanied by a radiological worker while carrying radioisotope in the
vehicle.
The driver shall take periodic rest of 15 Min on continuous driving of 4 hrs.
Drive should not drive vehicle in case of fatigue and shall take enough rest before starting.
Driver shall avoid unnecessary halt at public place while carrying the radioactive material and when
require shall park the vehicle at safe place (at least 2 meter away from the public).
3.2 Resources Standards
3.2.1 Training & Competency.
Trainings are to ensure that a safety culture has been introduced, developed, maintained and monitored.
The country Regulations requires that all radiological workers must be suitably trained. Accordingly, all
radiological workers shall be adequately trained for the job to which they are assigned and include
refresher training as a minimum every three years.
Radiological workers shall be fully acquainted with the requirements of this Specification and should be
fully aware of the potential hazards arising from the presence of radiation at the storage site, during
transportation or at the work site. This training shall be in liaison
3.2.1.1 SAL will be providing In-house training module for radiation safety to cover all aspects for performing
job safely and efficiently.
Course Aims
The course aims are classified as below.

To provide new staff with awareness, knowledge and understanding of work within the NDT &
Radiation safety related to health, safety, environment and sustainable development issues.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this level the employees of SAL have sufficient,
 Basic of Radiations, units & measurement and biological effects on human body
 Awareness of all applicable rules, regulations.
 Knowledge of procedures, instructions guidelines applicable to their task
 Ability to use Personal Protective equipments and monitoring devices and perform the task safely and apply all
necessary control measures
 Will be competent to control the level of exposing dose level to them and to ensure that the overexposure are
being eliminated ALARA.
 Describe the danger of ionizing radiations, the methods used to protect people, and the use of personal
dosimeter, including the use of a film badge.
 Arrange protection against ionizing radiations for other worker on site.
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 Skills for handling, storage and transportation of radioactive source.

 Explain the maximum permissible radiation dose limits for people who work with radiation equipment, and
emphasize the annual permissible safe dose limits.
 State and apply the emergency procedures, and in particular action to be taken by radiation worker.
 Aware about Incident reporting Procedure.
 In case of driver he shall be aware of transport regulations of radiation source and shall be capable to inform
the concerned authorities in case of any emergency during transportations of isotopes. He shall realize that the
isotope has a greater level of hazards with it.
4.0 Work Site Hazard Managements & Controls.

The hazards at the work & it effects shall be assessed and necessary controls imparted, to avoid the exposure
of workforce, through the Hazard & Effect Management Process.
The content in the register shall be disseminated to all employees through Tool Box Talks and other modes of
communication as applicable, along with any new hazards and controls identified with reference to site
condition based on the assessment conducted by site supervisor.
To assure the compliance,
While using Ir-192 & x-rays below 350 kV, a minimum of two technicians shall be available on site to
execute the job.
In case of Co-60 & X-rays, 4 technicians at each site shall be available.
4.1 Road Safety.

4.1.1 Vehicle requirements:
The vehicle shall comply with Local and client specifications all as applicable permits, and approvals from the
concerned authorities as required and specified in the documents.
For journey less that 150 Km the vehicles those approved by KACST can be used for transportation of Isotope and
for journeys more than 150 km only approved and certified vehicle shall be used, as per the requirements.
Vehicles used for the transport of radioactive material used for industrial radiography shall be equipped with a
storage compartment designed for that purpose. The storage compartment SHALL be securely affixed to the
vehicle by bolts, welding, or industrial cargo straps to retain the contents in the event of a vehicle accident and
shall be equipped with lock(s) to prevent unauthorized removal of the contents or the box. Such compartments
shall be subject to inspection by the designated representative and RPU/EPD.
Vehicle storage compartment used for industrial radiography exposure device(s) SHALL provide shielding such
that the maximum Transport Index does not exceed the requirements of Yellow Label II which is 0.5 mSv/hr (50
mRem/hr) at the surface and 0.01 mSv/hr (1 mRem/hr) at one meter. Further, the dose level at any occupant
position or exterior surface of the vehicle shall not exceed 7.5 µSv/hr (0.75 mRem/hr). ALARA principle shall be
applied to reduce radiation levels in the occupant portion of the vehicle.
Vehicle Placard: According to the KACST (National Radiation Protection Authority) regulation, "Danger Radiation"
placards to be posted on three sides of the vehicle (both sides of the vehicle and rear side). Until otherwise
notified, Saudi Aramco vehicles are excluded from this instruction and are allowed to continue with its present
practice which is to securely affix the placards to the front and rear of the vehicle transporting radioactive
sources. When vehicle is not being used for the transport of radioactive materials, the "Danger Radiation" signs
affixed on the front and rear of the vehicle shall be temporarily removed or be reversed or covered, indicating
that there is no radioactive material loaded on the vehicle. (SAEP 1141 para 13.1.6)
An Emergency Contact information card shall be prominently displayed within the passenger compartment of the
vehicle clearly identifying that in the event of an emergency, who, is to be contacted. Emergency procedure to
be followed should be available in the passenger compartment.
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However the Client requirements shall be fulfilled all the time, during transportation.
4.1.2 Driver requirements:
The driver shall be competent enough as described in the driver responsibility and training sections in this
manual.
4.1.3 Additional requirements:
Radioactive material always shall be transported by road and provided by company’s authorized vehicle and
personnel.
The transport agency shall ensure that the package received for transport is properly packed, marked labeled,
placarded and certificate of declaration issued.
The source movement form shall be duly filled up by RPO or Radiographer and arranged to send to
contractor’s Safety Officer at site as well as company’s site supervisor. The information shall be released at least
one day in advance.
 No persons, other than the classified personnel, are allowed during the transportation of radioactive material.
 The maximum speed limits while transporting radio isotope shall be maximum of 90 km/h, and in sites as per the
required rules of the client requirements to be followed.
 Journey with Radioactive Material shall be always through shortest and safest known route. Stoppage on
journey shall be limited to the minimum time necessary for food, rest and refueling.
 While stopping at public palace, a distance of minimum 2 meters from other vehicles shall always be
maintained.
 The maximum dose limitation for the transport of radioactive material shall be as follows.
 During transportation of radioactive material, it shall be transported with minimum stops on route to the
destination.
 Unless otherwise specifically approved by the ID-RPO or designated representative, vehicles shall not be used
for the storage of radioactive material. Vehicles with radioactive materials should not be parked in public
areas unattended.
 The driver/accompanying radiological worker shall carry relevant transport documents/TREM Card and
emergency procedures to be adopted in case of accident. The radioactive consignment note shall also be
accompanied with the consignment.
4.1.4 Storage of radioactive material.
The storage facility requirements for the radioactive material shall be as per the requirements of Ministry Decree
7/M/8897. All the required approvals and permission shall be taken for use, storage, handling of isotope activities.
Equipment producing ionizing radiation and radioactive sources must be secured in approved locked storage.
These include Source Storage Bunker, Source Storage Pit (Temporary or Permanent) or in transport containers.
Each facility must be specifically approved by the ID-RPO or designated representative in accordance with
storage facility approval requirements.
For use on Saudi Aramco property, the pit construction shall meet the requirements of SAEP 1141 Appendix 8 and
shall have been issued Inspection Department a Temporary Radioactive Source Storage Permit (valid for 6
months)
Below is the source storage area of Sievert Arabia limited, location map:
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1- Radioactive Sources Bunker Location Map - Dammam
2- Radioactive Sources Bunker Location Map – Jubail
X-ray equipment shall be stored in secure cabinets; containers or other lockable means that securely restricts
access by authorized personnel only. Facilities designed specifically for radiation exposures may be used provided
the ability of the equipment to generate ionizing radiation is inhibited by a lock-out key.
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4.2 Use of radioactive material.

The following requirements shall apply when using Ionizing Radiation,
All exposures shall be kept As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA), economic and social factors being
taken into account.
All operations involving the use of ionizing radiation shall be carried out by a minimum of two radiological
workers.
All NDT work shall be performed with a collimator as practically as possible.
All sealed sources used for industrial radiography by Sievert radiographic personnel shall be housed in
approved; remote operated, or shielded projector type devices. Any available natural shielding shall be
utilized and a tungsten collimating device shall be used at all times with the exception of panoramic
exposures.
When performing radiographic operations a radiation survey shall be made after each exposure to determine
that the radiation source has been properly returned to its shielded position. The survey shall continue as the
radiographer approaches the projector with readings taken at all sides of the projector to assure proper
retraction.
A survey of the projector starts from the back (connector end) and proceeds cautiously towards the front
along either the left or right side of the projector. The survey of the front of the projector is done by the
technician reaching and not moving in front. He will continue moving the survey meter around the projector
completing a 360 degree survey of the projector. The technician is required to continue the survey to the end
of the guide tube keeping the survey meter with him during any work with the source stop and film. After the
physical survey is completed the survey meter shall be kept with the technician.
In no case should the levels of radiation for the surveys noted above exceed the following limits:
When a radioactive source is returned to its shielded position inside the storage camera, the radiation level 15
cm (6 inches) from any surface shall not exceed the limitations set forth by the manufacturer of the equipment.
When a radioactive source is in its shielded position inside the radiographic projector, the maximum at any
exterior surface, shall not exceed 2 mSv (200 mR) per hour, or shall not exceed 0.1 mSv (10 mR) per hour at 1
meter from any exterior surface.
All site radiography, including operations with pipeline crawler equipment, shall be carried out in accordance
with the IAEA Radiation Protection and Safety in Industrial Radiography, Safety Report Series No. 13, IAEA,
Vienna (1999).
4.3 Disposal
The disposal of radiography sources and radioactive material shall be the responsibility of Radiography Source
Supplier and as per the country regulations it is not allowed to dispose any radioactive sources in the country.
Radioactive waste differs from all other types of waste so it has to be dealt with that much are to ensure that
the public and environment is not getting affected. Its radioactivity decreases with time and its properties
cannot be altered or destroyed by any physical, chemical or biological treatment.
There is no waste disposal required in the use of sealed sources, except for disposal of the source upon decay
of its radioactivity to levels at which it can no longer be used and it shall be returned back to the supplier after
getting the necessary permission from the Ministry.
4.4 Work Planning, Permits & Implementations

The management will be ensuring the below planning and implementations for safer operations of NDT and its
associated activities for its operational areas.
Have adequate number of qualified personnel on employment. Each radiography crew shall be consisted of
minimum two members,
Provide adequate facilities and resources to the RPO) at site based to discharge his duties and safety functions
in accordance with this manual.
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All NDT jobs will have to notify 24 hours in advance to site supervisor by contractor.
To assure the compliance,
While using Ir-192 & x-rays below 350 kV, a minimum of two technicians shall be available on site to
execute the job.
In case of Co-60 & X-rays, 4 technicians at each site shall be available.
Provide adequate facilities and resources to ensure that all radiation workers are provided with personnel
monitoring devices instructed in writing to wear the personnel monitoring devices while working with radiation.
The personnel film badge dose is accessed and reviewed by RSO (focal point) in monthly basis. Personnel
doses above 20 mSv whichever is higher are investigated by RSO (focal point) and adequate actions are
taken to prevent the high dose incident in future. The investigation report is recorded and shall be maintained.
Work planning shall include selection of crew members based on their previous dose exposure (TLD report and
Daily dose report) and calculated exposure from the planned job. The sum of both shall always be lower than
the investigation level otherwise exposure shall be minimized by crew rotation or other control measures.
Note: For Radiography on pipe rack and underground pipe line in Aramco facility required minimum three
technicians with valid Radiation Protection Permit (RPP) card”.
Work Permit
An approved work permit card shall be available from any radiography jobs all the time. No work shall be
carried out without a work permit and the RPO/Site incharge shall ensure the compliance all the time.
A Project Radiation Work Permit is a permission issued by the Inspection Department to a contractor on a
project basis. This permission is required for all radiographic work related to Aramco Project which involves the
utilization of either x-ray or gamma-ray sources by Sievert, working on Client’s property. The permit is issued on a
project basis and valid for only 6 months.
Site in charge/Supervisors are required to provide prior notification of all radiography on Client’s Property.
Each radiation worker will have in his possessions TLD, approved Electronic pocket dosimeter & chirper,
calibrated radiation survey meter to ensure the radiation safety are not being compromised any time.
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4.4.1 Work planning and Implementations at site level can be summarized as per below chart. This will be
applicable for all radiography jobs.
NDT Request from Contractor & Client (24 hours in advance

notice)
Site visit not required and aware of existing hazards? RPO to inspect the work area to identify existing hazards
Hazards Identified?
No YES
Review Job Safety Plan if applicable
Ensure the Crew, Equipment, Asses and make a plan to identify Asses the latest dose record for Plan the work load, no of
Vehicle, Isotope are available Controlled & Supervisory Area each radiographers, and ensure that joints and time of exposures,
the team is safe to do the job. and reporting pattern.
Apply & get approval for the

Permit if applicable
Conduct Tool Box Talks
Finish the job

Isotope log in PIT room Transport of Isotope to site Asses the area and secure the
Pit Room Radiations levels Emergency Kit and tools are Calculate the controlled and isotope in its
IGRED/X Ray Equipment Checks available? supervisory areas with Curie strength.
Technicians TLD & dosimeter Set Film and make sure that the area is
storage area.
Danger boards, warnings tapes,
5.0 Equipment Specifications
Driver & Vehicle availability & Maintenance.
warning lights (during night), barricaded properly Complete
are available? Developing
and final
reporting
5.0 Equipment Specification & Maintenance:

All gamma radiography equipment used by SAL shall be type approved from KACST and from below
described details.
 As per ISO 3999 (2004) Radiation protection - Apparatus for industrial gamma radiography -Specifications for
performance, design and tests.
 Approved by competent authority of the country of manufacture and indicates the type approval numbers on
the body.
 The label on each radiographic exposure device has to be attached which is durable, legible, clearly visible
and clearly specifies the,
 Chemical symbol and mass number of the radionuclide in the device;
 Activity and the date on which this activity was last measured;
 Model (or product code) and serial number of the sealed source;
 Manufacturer's identity of the sealed source.
 Ir-192, and Co-60 shall be of a double encapsulation design, be in compliance with ISO 2919, have Special
Form certification issued by the respective country Competent Authority and registered with the International
Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and/or have a United Nation (UN) registration. Single encapsulation designs with
crimped retention or threaded outer capsule.
Below are the types of exposure devices which are approved by KACARE for the use of SAL.
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5.1 IGRED Camera– Industrial Gamma Ray Exposure Device.

Ir 192, Co 60, Se 75, & X ray.
Maintenance:
All the radiography cameras shall be maintained by the Radiographers as per the maintenance schedule. This
shall be done as per the maintenance check list. The maintenance need to be performed by go-no go
gauges before the start of the work, especially on the source coupling joints. The conduits and cables shall be
wound on the holder frames properly and no sharp bends should be affected the conduits. Care must be
taken that heavy objects do not fall on the conduits during the work. The source conduit must be tested for
any internal blockages while passing through the Teleflex cable before it is connected to the equipment.
A check list has to be used for these daily inspections records and the records shall be duly verified by RPO at
site.
The levels of maintenance are divided to three as specified below.
 Safety Maintenance – Daily
This check shall be made prior to any radiography on any shift in which the equipment is to be used.
Details are provided in the procedure for maintenance, which shall be referred.
 Safety Maintenance – Quarterly
This has to be carried out by the competent person as RPO/RSO quarterly and details are provided in
maintenance procedure.
 Annual Maintenance by the manufacturer,
An annual maintenance by the manufacturers shall be made for the exposure devices as specified in the
manufacturer’s specifications.
Projectors (radiographic exposure devices), controls, and guide/extension tubes shall be inspected and
maintained by third party (manufactures or his representative / suppler) used in Saudi Aramco project or
facility
Storage:
Equipment producing ionizing radiation and radioactive sources must be secured in approved locked storage.
These include Source Storage Bunker, Source Storage Pit (Temporary or Permanent) or in transport containers.
Each facility must be specifically approved by the ID-RPO or designated representative in accordance with
storage facility approval requirements.
5.2 X RAY CRAWLER EQUIPMENT

Specification:
The register of X-Ray equipment must contain the:
 Mark and type of equipment
 Maximum tube voltage of the equipment
 Location where the equipment is in use
 Dates and results of inspection measurements of X-ray equipment.
X-ray equipment shall not be left unattended in a condition where it may be operated and shall be provided
with a lock on the main circuit. If the equipment is left on site for a short period, the electricity supply should
be disconnected and the equipment left locked. For a longer period, the equipment should be transported
to the dedicated lockable storage room to prevent unauthorised use and shall not be stored with other
radiography equipment. Only authorised radiological workers shall keep keys.
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Where radiography is not conducted in a shielded enclosure, cable lengths shall be no less than 20 m for x-ray
generators up to 300 kV and longer for equipment with higher tube potentials. All metallic items including
casings, interconnecting cables, power supply unit (transformer/generator), X-ray control equipment, tube
assembly, warning signals, other safety devices and the irradiated object are bonded together and grounded
(connected to earth). Advice on electrical matters, as well as inspection and testing, should be provided by a
qualified expert.
The Control Panel shall be fitted with the following:

 A label indicating that hazardous X-rays are emitted when operating and a warning prohibiting unauthorised
use including the international trefoil.
 A key to switch to prevent unauthorised use which is only removable when the switch is in the off or standby
position
 Separate labelled warning lights to indicate when the machine is energised and X-rays generated
 A Timer that controls the exposure duration, or an X-ray ON/OFF switch that requires continuous pressure by
the radiographer to maintain X-ray production
 Indicators that show the X-ray tube potential in kV and the current in mA when the beam is ON.
The dose rate generated by using accelerators increases the potential for overexposures of radiographers.
Higher radiation protection is required on site including appropriate survey meters that response accurately to
the pulsed nature of the radiation field. Portable survey meters used for conventional gamma and X-ray
radiography may not be suitable for use with accelerators.
Pipeline crawlers may carry X-ray tube powered by batteries on the carriage or trailing cables from the
generator. Initiators (control isotopes) shall (Cs-137) be collimated and be stored in approved radiation stores
when not in use. Initiators can give appreciable doses due to scattering from the pipe and must shield when
not in use.
With pipeline crawlers the useful beam width shall be restricted so that it is no greater than necessary for the
radiograph (< 120 mm). It is also essential that suitable warning signals are given. The warning signals must
operate automatically because unintended movement of the control source may inadvertently initiate an
unplanned exposure. Warning signs must be capable of alerting people in the vicinity of the crawler under the
prevailing environmental conditions. Klaxons and sirens can be used provided they can be heard in a noisy
environment. Visual signals to supplement able signals in noisy environments shall also be included.
In large pipes it may be necessary for the radiographer to enter the pipe to retrieve the crawler. An
atmospheric test using a multigas detector shall be conducted as per the WP requirements for entrance into a
confined space.
The radiographic source (if any) and the control source are to be housed in shielded containers and, together
with the ‘tell-tale’ source, should not produce dose rates in excess of 100 uSv/hr on the accessible surface of
the pipeline, except during exposure. A supervised or controlled area shall be set up around the pipe.
Maintenance:
The X ray equipment shall be maintained periodically and daily check shall be carryout and record shall be
maintained.
5.3 Safety equipment
5.3.1 Personal dosimeters
All radiographers shall be issued with personal monitoring device ie. Thermo Luminescent Dosimeters (TLD) “For
the purpose of access to facilities or location where radioactive material is stored, in use, or transported, any
individual not in possession of a TLD shall be classified as "General Public" with the limits thereof applicable”. or
Film badges and direct reading dosimeters and it shall be the radiographer’s responsibility to store the
dosimeter in a non radiation environment when not being used.
All radiological workers shall use it when they are working with ionizing radiation. It shall be securely stored in a
non-radiation environment when not being worn. TLD’s shall send for evaluation to the authorized agencies
monthly. Direct reading dosimeters (range1µSv to 10Sv shall be assessed and recorded by the radiographers
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to monitor doses received during radiography by daily in a dose record. The values from TLD and Dosimeter
are evaluated and logged on a monthly basis to assure that the radiographers are in safe limit to radiation
exposure. These dosimeters are to be calibrated once in 12 months and certificates shall be available.
The TLD shall be worn at chest level and care shall be taken that it is correctly positioned so that the front of
the TLD is facing out.
Anytime there is reason to believe that the TLD has been exposed to radiation other than normal usage (e.g.,
accidentally dropped in an exposure area), all work will cease immediately, equipment secured and returned
to storage and concerned personal of high exposure are ceased from work.
5.3.2 Survey Meter
During the radiography operations, each crew shall have at least two portable survey meters with valid
calibration test certificates for a period of 6 months. Before beginning the radiography, the survey meters is to
be tested for its use as required. The survey meters are to be carried all the time while on duty, as it’s the
primary tool to measure the radiation level.
Radiation survey Meters shall be Geiger Mueller type with a measurement range 2 Sv/hr (0.2 mRem/hr) to at
least 10 mSv/hr (1000 mRem/hr).
SAL uses RADOS RDS 30 survey meters (Geiger Muller Counters) with energy response level of 50keV -1.25 meV
If for any reason, one survey meter is inoperable or considered to be malfunctioning, radiographic operations
shall cease immediately and shall not be resumed until the survey meter is replaced and an operational test
of the survey meter shall be performed each day prior to the commencement of work.
5.3.3 Warning Signs
The radiation symbol trefoil (magenta on yellow background) and a placard indicating “ DANGER-RADIATION
KEEP AWAY “ written in indelible English and Arabic shall be conspicuously posted on all sides of the
barricading area as practically as possible.
Warning sign will be posted where a potential radiation hazard exists. This will be at all times including the
workstation where radiography is being performed. Warning signs will be sufficiently large to be clearly visible.
Warning signs will be appropriately worded and carry the internationally recognized “trefoil” symbol in both
language Arabic and English.
A minimum of four (4) free-standing radiation warning signs shall be posted at the Controlled Area boundary
so that warning is provided for all approachable directions. In complex locations where equipment and
structures can obscure observation of the warning signs, additional signs shall be used so that warning is
provided for all directions and point of entry to the controlled area.
Signs shall have a minimum height of 1 meter. Radiation warning shall be in both Arabic and English
languages and have the international radiation trefoil symbol. Signs used in subdued lighting conditions shall
be reflective. The areas must be demarcated with flags, signage over roads, warning lights at night. The
Radiographer shall carry a whistle or a horn to alert the people working around when the radiography
exposure is put on to go away to safer zones. Prior to each exposure, audible and visible warning shall be
given.
5.4 Radiography Work Area Classifications
5.4.1 Controlled Areas:

The work area classifications such as Controlled areas, supervised areas are categorized as follows. If the
instantaneous effective dose rates exceed 7.5Sv/h, it shall be designated as controlled areas. Access to
these areas shall be controlled. Only Classified radiological workers who have been trained to work in
Radiography shall be allowed access to these areas unless the work is assessed and can be performed safely.
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The worker shall wear an audible bleeper alarm with a digital output dosimeter while carrying out radiography
work. The dose measurements will be monitored on day-to-day basis and records to be maintained. The
cumulative dose received in a month should approximately match with TLD readings. All the radiation survey
meters used shall be calibrated every 6 months and the record shall be maintained. The calibrations shall be
carried out by recognized and certified laboratories. Once the source is exposed for radiography, the
radiographers shall retreat to outside the controlled area.
The controlled area must be demarcated with flags, signage over roads, warning lights at night. The RSO/
Radiographers shall carry a whistle or a horn to alert the people working around when the radiography
exposure is put on to go away to safer zones.
5.4.2 Supervised Areas:
The immediate surroundings of the radiation source shall be kept under review and restricted to non-classified
personnel, where the dose rate exceeds 2.5 Sv / h (0.25 mR/h). During the calculation of Supervised Area
distance from the exposed Radio-Isotope, following points shall be taken under consideration.
If the instantaneous effective dose rate exceed 2.5Sv but not exceed 7.5 Sv, it shall be designated as
Supervised Areas. Only authorized personnel shall be allowed to access these areas which shall be barricaded
with barrier tape, warning boards and ropes.
Sourc
e
Controlled Area Supervised Area Safe Area

5.5 Dosimetry Controls & Analysis.
The occupational dose limits as set by concerned authorities shall be strictly comply with ALARA principle. The
dose levels and its actions plans are as detailed below.
Authority Dose Levels Action Level Action by
RPO, Area RPO, or

designated representative
SAUDI ARAMCO 0.5 mSv /Day/ Radiographer Site shall conduct an informal
investigation by interview or
other appropriate means
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RPO, Area RPO, or

designated representative
1 mSv/month/Radiographer Site RPO/RSO shall conduct an informal
investigation by interview or
other appropriate means.
20 mSv /Annual whole body

Annual Whole Body limit may
be increased to 50 mSv (5 Rem) RPO, RSO, RPA shall conduct
per year provided the exposure Head office
detailed investigation.
during 5 consecutive years
does not exceed 100 mSv (10
Rem).
RPO, RSO, RPA shall conduct

KACARE 20 mSv /Annual Head Office
detailed investigation.
20 mSv /Annual ( Occupational

Limit)
RPO, RSO, RPA shall conduct
Head Office
averaged over defined period detailed investigation.
of 5 years with not more than 50
ICRP
mSv in a single year
1 mSv /year for public ( Non
Occupational) – average over As required As required
5 years
Each Radiation worker will wear a TLD / Film Badge. Personal radiation dose records are maintained by the
company approved agency. Radiation worker will be provided with a copy of his dose record.
Proactive measures
Dosimeter record analysis
Sr. no Dosimeter Record Analysis Action Plan Action Party
Daily Records for Dosimeter & Analysis

01 Inform radiographer RPO site
Level - 0.5 mSv
Asses the dose and identify the

Monthly Analysis of dosimeter records
02 proactive measures for Site RSO & RPO
Level – 1mSv
radiographer to avoid excess dose
Overall control of dose analysis from TLD Asses the dose levels and implement RSO/RPO Coastal Focal
03
readings proactive measures Point
RSO/RPO Coastal Focal

04 Suspected over exposure/ workload Assess level and the radiation dose
Point
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Reactive measures
TLD Dose record analysis
Dose level Action Limits Action party/Investigation
3 mSv
Received from occupational exposures as a radiological
(consecutive 3 RSO/RPO
worker, per consecutive 3 months
months)
20 mSv Received from occupational exposures as a radiological

RSO/RPO/RPA
(Yearly) worker
Those who identified in a level of high risk/affected with dose absorption of a level 20 mSv/year shall subjected
to below actions as identified by management.
1. Attend additional training
2. Having limits placed work activity
3. Surrender the radiographers permit
4. Any combinations of the above
5. Recommendations from management
6. Recommendations from investigation team
7. Recommendations from RPA
The personnel film badge dose is accessed and reviewed by SAL RSO/RPO (focal point) on monthly basis. The
dose report copies will be forwarded to all site operations for their records.
5.6 Import, Shielding, Movement and WIPE test of radioactive materials.

Import
The Company shall submit an Application for Import, use, transport and storage of radioactive material to the
Ministry for a permit by completing the form and enclosing all supporting documents and payment of fees
towards issue of permit from the concerned agency.
Records of the import of radioactive material shall be kept and such records shall include:
 Custodian Company
 Type Identification
 Sealed or Unsealed
 Radioactive Nuclide and activity in Bq.
 Half-life of Radioisotope
 Transport Index in designated transport shield
 Purpose of source
 Date of receipt
 Storage location
Similarly, the records of the importation of X-ray generators shall be maintained including the following
information:
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 Custodian Company
 Type identification
 Type of Energy emitted
 Beam Voltage
 Purpose of Generator
 Date of Receipt
 Storage Location
5.7 Radioactive source shielding.
The Radioactive Source Shielding shall meet the requirements of MD of KSA.
1. Packaging shall be in accordance with International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regulations regarding
transport and the local requirements.
2. The international classification and radiation dose limitation ( Type BU packages shall confirm to maximum dose
rate of 2 mSv/h at surface of the package and transport index maximum of 10 for each package.
3. Packages of radioactive materials shall be labeled as per IAEA regulations as mentioned below.
All radioactive sources shall be contained in shields such that;

The maximum radiation level shall reduce to 2 mSv/h at the shield surface and 0.1 mSv/h at 1 meter from the
surface.
The package should withstand a surface temperature of 800 degree centigrade for a minimum period of 30
minutes.
Have adequate security locks preventing access to the source by unauthorized persons.
5.8 Permanent labeling:

All sources and their shields shall be certified by an IAEA Certificate of competent Authority, issued by the
regulatory agency in its country of origin and shall have minimum following information’s:
Type of radioactive material
Activity (Bq)
The word “RADIOACTIVE” in clear and indelible print in English and Arabic.
The Trefoil radiation sign in black on a yellow background.
5.9 Radioactive Source Storage & Movement Control:

The Radioactive Source Movement Control shall be maintained by the Site In charges and shall be logged by
containing the following information.
 Type and serial number of the source
 Date and time out of Storage Pit.
 Designation of source
 Signature of person removing source
 Date and time of return
 Signature of person returning source.
Ref: Radioactive source Movement Records.
5.10 Radioactive Source Integrity Monitoring WIPE TESTS.

A wipe Test shall be carried out once in six months by passing cotton through the source conduit in the
radiography exposure device. This is to ensure that the depletion uranium shielding is under limits as per the
requirements. This shall be done by a company approved agency and compliance needs to be assured
by RSO & RPO.
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The wipe test shall comply with the requirements as given in ISO 2919(2012) Radiological protection --
Sealed radioactive sources -- General requirements and classification and ISO 9978 (1992) Radiation
protection -- Sealed radioactive sources -- Leakage test methods.
This cotton wipe shall be sent to the approved laboratories to look for any contamination and report shall
be kept. The contamination shall not exceed more than 185 Bq (5 nano curie).
5.11 Records & Responsibility

The following records shall be maintained and secured in such a manner to rule out alteration, omissions or
additions. The records shall be entered in the format, contain the data and maintained for the duration
specified by the Saudi Government regulatory authority (KACARE). These records are:
 Record of Equipment producing ionizing radiation, sealed and unsealed radioactive sources
 Record of employees' personal radiation doses (including daily dose logs)
 Record of employees' physical fitness examinations
 Record of employees' training
 Record of work location radiation surveys
 Record of radioactive waste disposal
 Record of instruments' calibration and testing
 Records of leak testing of sealed sources and devices containing depleted uranium.
 Records of inspection and maintenance of radiographic exposure devices, transport and storage
containers, associated equipment, source changers, and survey instruments.
 Records of receipt and transfer of sealed sources.
 Records showing the receipts and transfers of sealed sources and devices using DU for shielding shall
be maintained and retained for 10 years after it is made.
The following are the requirements for retention for maintaining records. While subject to change from time to
time, the general rule for record retention is:
Dose Data : 30 years

Summary Data : 30 years
Equipment Data : 10 years
Calibration Data : 10 years
6.0 Implementation and Monitoring
6.1 Incident Reporting, Investigations & Analysis.
The incident and accidents are identified and classified as below.
Incidents Accidents
General HSE Incidents & Accidents Follow Radiation Incidents & Vehicle Involved Accidents in
QHSEMS based on the criteria Radiation –Follow RSMS
Criteria
Low Medium High
Investigation from RPO and Investigations by RSOand ensure QHSE M, RPA, Third party
close our from site levels – the corrective actions are adequate investigations and information
Reports to HO and verify the and implemented to legal authorities to ensure the
corrective actions effectiveness
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Ref: Radiation Incident Report

6.1.1 Investigation
In the event of any radiation incident an investigation has to be started depends upon the seriousness of the
incident and its impact & aftermaths. The investigation team will be appointed as per the criteria of the
incident.
The purpose of an investigation is to determine the root causes and recommend corrective action(s) to
eliminate or minimize such events. An accident investigation should be thorough and attempt to identify
underlying/basic causes. . It should be aimed at identifying the problem area(s) and recommending remedial
action rather than finding faults or allocating individual blame.
Incidents involving radiations are carried out by the Investigation Committee ARSHE as required, for further
investigations and analysis. The criteria of the incident and its investigation pattern are as shown is in section
6.1.
The investigation team will then investigate and a final investigation report will be generated which will identify
the real cause of incident and provide remedial measures to the management to avoid future occurrence of
such events. The report shall also highlight the mechanism of supervision for the implementation of corrective
actions.
The findings will be discussed in detail to determine the root cause of the incident and the actual situations at
the time of incident and/or interviewing the persons involved physically in the incident. The committee will then
finalize the route cause and its findings will be discussed for the proper corrective actions which are to be
implemented.
The findings of the investigation team with the corrective actions will be informed to the management to
implement the corrective actions.
6.1.2 Reporting pattern:

The possible radiation emergencies as identified in regulations are detailed in the contingency plan as an
annexure-1 to this document. However the reporting pattern is almost common for all types of radiation
emergency which is as stipulated below.
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Radiations Emergency
Reporting Pattern
Follow Procedure for Radiation Contingency
Radiographers Involved in
Radiation Emergency
Asses the area for radiation level

RSO Actions & & ensure that the area is isolated
Reporting Pattern & barricaded
Asses the area using survey
meter
Be Calm & Not to Panic
Inform RPO Inform Client & Inform Police if

&Emergency Contractor Emergency Vehicle involved
Area Isolated & free from team
numbers
Non Classified workers
RPO to Assess the situations
Follow safe work

No Independent Decisions If Minor Suggest If Major informs practice as
remedial measures to KACARE & Client suggested by
RSO at site wait for Instructions KACARE& Client
Inform to RSO
Follow Instructions & Advise from
KACARE, Client and RPA Feedback&
Outcomes to
Assist RSO as required Client &
Contractor
Assist KACARE & Client for Representatives
recovery process and confirm the
emergency has been controlled &
situation is safe Complete
Investigation and
report to
RSO & RPO to lead the investigation and fill data in required format & management
Identify the root cause
7.0 Monitoring, Inspection & Auditing
The internal audit and site inspections will be carried out according to the below internal schedule to ensure that
adequate monitoring are in place.
Below are the identified schedules for site visits Inspections & audits.
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Site Visits:
Site Visits Visits by Frequency Target & Scope
Management site compliance visit RSO Once in four month RSMS & QHSEMS
 Inspections:
Mode of Inspection Inspection by Frequency Target / Scope
RSO and /or Senior

Site level Once in a Month RSMS &QHSEMS
Technician
HO Level RPO Quarterly RSMS& QHSEMS
 Audits:
Mode of Audit Audit by Frequency Target / Scope
Level I RPO Once in Six months RSMS &QHSEMS
Level II RPA & QHSEM Once in Year RSMS&QHSEMS
Ref:
Radiation Safety Audit Checklist
8.0Review:
Management always believes in continual improvement and a part of commitment Company identifies the
periodic review requirements for QHSEMS / RSMS compliance. Following review meetings are identified to
review compliance status, HSE performance, findings of audits & Inspections & site visits.
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Site level Meeting By RSO on fortnightly Basis
Monthly Meeting at HO RSO, GM, QHSEM, RPO
Management Review Meeting at HO once in

Six month QHSEM&MR
RPA Annual Review for Radiation Safety RPO, QHSEM, RPA, GM, MD
8.1 Medical Surveillances and Occupational Health Controls.
The medical requirements shall be complied to ensure that adequate controls are in place for health
monitoring and its surveillances.
Medical checkup for all radiographers and drivers from company approved medical center.
All Radiation workers shall have a current health record made by an employment medical adviser or
appointed doctor (i.e. valid for 12 months from date it was made, unless otherwise specified). All medical
examinations shall be as per KACARE regulation.
Immediate medical checkup in case of any excess dose and radiation exposure, the radiographer has to
undergo an immediate medical checkup as required for further investigations.
These medical report copies shall be available at the site level.
 Occupational Health controls.
In all the operational areas the occupational safety and health activities associated with radiation safety shall
be monitored by a radiation protection supervisor at respective site operations, who shall be report to HSE
Management and the HSE team of the employer will be the direct representative.
The RPO shall conduct the periodical inspection of his work locations, pro active measurements required for
protection of work hazards using the appropriate devices, inspect serious accidents, work injuries and their
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causes, and occupational diseases, if any, and record to be maintained, and prepare reports to HSE
management with which the management evaluates the actions plan that include protective means and
precautions for non-recurrence thereof, and provide the employer with a report on that as and when required.
The supervisor shall also follow up the provision of first aid kit and primary health care to the staff, including
taking the injured to the clinics and hospitals, if required. He shall participate with the employer’s specialists to
develop the occupational &radiation safety and health plan at the establishment a well as staff training
programs to protect them from the hazards of work environment. He shall provide his opinion in purchasing the
machines and primary materials and how they suit the work environment and prepare guiding and warning
signs with respect to all issued of occupational safety and health at work location.
9.0 Control of Records & Amendment to Document.
This Radiation safety manual and procedures will keep as a live document all the time which will a basic
reference to enforce the radiation safety plans and procedures and for the implementation of the same.
This document will be controlled as a MASTER COPY and will be amended as and when required by QHSE
department with the changes incorporated as specified in the revision history.
The QHSE department or a deputy as authorized by QHSE department shall only be authorized to
change/amend this document as required.
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ANNEXURE I
10.0 RADIATIION EMERGENCY PLAN - CONTIGENCY
Radiation Incidents
Any unintended event while handling with radiation, including operating errors, equipment failures or other
mishaps, which causes /may cause possibility of exposure than the set limits by the regulatory body, and the
consequences or potential consequences of which are not negligible from the point of view of protection
and/or the rules in radiation safety.
01.1 There are always possibilities of an accident occurring, so it is necessary that all
radiographic employees know the proper steps to be taken in such an emergency.
01.1.1 No radiographic work shall be started unless a suitable and working radiation survey meter is
available at the job site.
01.2 Damage to exposure devices and source containers
01.2.1 In the event of an accident to the source, or device, such as a falling object hitting the
device, follow the below instructions:
a. Return the source to the shielded position in the device if possible.

b. Conduct a physical radiation survey with radiation dose rate meter to make sure the
source is fully shielded and lock the device.
c. Notify the Radiographer i n -charge of the shift on the job who will in turn notify the
Radiation Safety Officer.
d. The extent of the damage received shall be determined and the necessary action taken to
return the exposure device or container to service.
e. In the event the source cannot be returned to the device, immediately do the following:
 Set up and post a restricted area at the 0 .75 mR/hr (7.5 µSv/hr) line using a survey meter to
determine the perimeter of the area.
 Do not allow any other workers to enter this area.
 If possible provide temporary shielding until radioactive sealed source can be transferred
into another radioactive sealed source storage shipping container.
 Radiographer or Radiographer's Assistant shall notify the Radiation Protection
Officer.
01.2.2 Reports of accidental damage to radiographic exposure devices, storage and shipping
containers, the action taken with regards to such devices and containers, will be
maintained on file and the Radiation Protection Department and any other regulatory
agency will be notified whenever applicable.
01.3 Emergency situation at job site
01.3.1 In the event of an emergency in an area adjacent to a radiographic device, such as fire or an
accident involving field personnel, the below mentioned steps are to be followed.
a. Return the source to the shielded position and lock the device.
b. Perform physical radiation survey with a dose rate meter of device to ensure the source
is in the shielded position.
c. Remove source device and control cables, insert safety plugs and remove the
device from the danger area. If possible, return the device to storage area.
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d. Notify the Radiographer in charge a n d / o r of the shift.

e. If the radiographic device cannot be removed from a danger area, set up a
restricted area at the 0.75 mR/hr (7.5 µSv/hr) line using a radiation survey meter to
determine the perimeter of this area.
(1) Radiographer should notify the guards, civil agencies, such as fire and police
departments as applicable in regard to the restricted area.
2) The restricted area perimeter boundary, location of sealed sources and
possible radiation hazards should be made known to all persons entering the
emergency area.
3) When the source cannot be returned to the shielded position, the instructions
detailed in para 1.2.1.e will be followed.
f. The Radiation Protection Officer shall be notified to decide on the further actions to
be taken.
01.4 Loss or theft of source
01.4.1 When it is determined that a radioactive sealed source is missing from its proper
radiographic exposure device, storage or shipping container, the following steps shall be taken
by the Radiographer.
a. Obtain all information on the last known location of the source.

b. Check the area with radiation survey meter and rope off safe area.
c. Locate the source using the survey meter and triangulation methods and replace the
source in device or containers as soon as possible.
d. Check non-monitored personnel and handle as in Para 1.5.2
e. Notify the Radiation Protection Department or other regulatory agency as required. The
notification to the Radiation Protection Department shall be by Telephone and
Telegraph to the Chief of the Radiation Protection Department, immediately after its
occurrence becomes known and if it appears that a substantial hazard may result to
persons in unrestricted area.
01.5 Excessive radiation exposure to personnel
01.5.1 Levels of Excessive radiation
a. Excessive radiation exposure to radiographers is a dose greater than twenty (20) msv
during any calendar quarter when the total maximum permissible
occupational whole body dose is not exceeded, as determined by the Radiation
Protection Department, form maintained for such personnel. The total maximum
permissible occupational whole body dose is determined by the formula 5 (N -18)
rems,
N equals the individual's age in full years.
b. Excessive radiation exposure to persons over eighteen (18) years of age is a dose
greater than 0. 5 rems during any calendar quarter.
c. Excessive radiation exposure to persons under eighteen (18) years of age is a dose
greater than 100 millirems during any calendar quarter.
d. Excessive radiation exposure to persons in unrestricted areas is a dose that exceeds
0.75 mill roentgens in any one (1) hour, or if the person is continuously present in the area
would receive in excess of 40 mill roentgens in any five (5) consecutive days.
01.5.2 In e v e n t o f a c c i d e n t a l e x p o s u r e o f n o n monitored persons to

r a d i a t i o n , immediately do the following:
a. After setting up restricted areas at the 0.75 mR/hr line (use radiation survey meter to
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determine the perimeter of the area).

b. Retain and take the names and numbers of the non monitored personnel
involved.
c. Radiographer shall obtain all pertinent facts involving the accident and report to the
Radiation Protection Officer.
d. The Radiation Protection Officer shall determine the course of action and shall notify
the Radiation Protection Department or other regulatory agencies.
01.6 Vehicular Accidents
01.6.1 In the event of a vehicular accident involving radioactive material, while traveling to an
exposure site, a restricted area must be established at the 0.75 mR/hr line.
a. If the radiation survey meter is operable, use it to establish the perimeter of the
restricted area.
b. If the radiation survey meter is inoperable, use calculations to establish the
perimeter of the restricted area assuming the source is in the exposed position inside the
vehicle.In case of a minor accident where it can be visually determined that the
source is safely stored in its container, no restriction of areas is required.
c. If the radiation survey meter is operable, and no radiation hazard exists and the
vehicle is moveable, return to SAL facility.
d. In a n y c a s e , i m m e d i a t e l y after e s t a b l i s h i n g t h e r e s t r i c t e d areas notify
the radiation protection officer and the local civil authorities.
e. Notify the Radiation Protection Department or other regulatory agencies.
01.7 Notification of incidents
01.7.1 The Chief Radiation Protection Department notice employees shall be

immediately n o t i f i e d b y t e l e p h o n e of a n y i n c i d e n t i n v o l v i n g licensed
radioactive material which may have caused or threatens to cause:
a. Exposure of any individual to 25 rems or more of radiation, including any

radioactive material taken in the body; or
b. The release of radioactive material in concentrations which, if averaged over a

period of 24 hours, would exceed 5,000 times the limits specified for such materials
in AEA Safety Series No.1.
c. A loss of one working week or more of the operation of any facility affected.
01.7.2 The Chief of Radiation Protection Department shall be notified within 24 hours by
telephone and telegraph of any incident involving licensed radioactive material which may
have caused or threatened to cause:
a. Exposure of any individual to 5 rems or more of radiation, including any radioactive
Material taken into the body; or
b. The release of radioactive material in concentrations which, if averaged over a period of 24
hours, would exceed 500 times the limits specified for such materials in IAEA Safety Series
No.1.
c. A loss of one day or more of the operation of any facilities affected.
01.7.3 Within 30 days a written report shall be sent to Chief of Radiation Protection Department of
each incident involving licensed radioactive material which appears to have resulted in the
exposure of any individual to radiation or to concentrations of radioactive material, or to have
resulted in levels of radiation or concentrations of radioactive material, in excess of any
applicable limits set forth by the Radiation Protection Department. Each report shall describe
the nature of the incident, the extent of exposure of persons to radiation and to radioactive
material, the levels of the radiation and concentrations of radioactive material involved, the
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cause of the incident and corrective steps taken or planned to assure against a recurrence
of the incident. A copy of each report shall be sent to Radiation Protection Department.
01.8 EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
01.8.1 General
Operator safety is the prime importance and it is strongly recommended that at least 2 persons
are employed on every radiography activity.A technician fully experienced in the practical
aspect of radiography and safety and the others, assistant, with sufficient knowledge to act in
an emergency in deciding whether or not work can be performed safely by one person.
The Gamma emitting isotopes are generally dependent upon the manual timing and
operation and in the event of an accident the operator may lie injured in a high radiation area
and will be in considerable danger if he has no assistance.
01.8.2 Equipment for emergencies
1. Lead Apron
2. Lead Sheet
3. Lead Shot
4. CV Tongs of 2 mtrs. Length
5. Lead Pot
6. Emergency Light
7. Survey Meter
8. Barricade Tape
9. Pocket Dosimeter
10. Lead Cutter
11. Adjustable Spanner and Tools
12. Hacksaw
13. Rope
14. Stop Watch
15. Audible Alarm Monitor
Radiation Safety Management System is to be always carried in the vehicle, and with the crew
always, to make sure that the emergency steps are readily accessible.
01.8.3 Source Recovery
The maximum allowed time limit with respect to the source strengths are,
Source Activity ( Ci) Dose rate @ 1 Time allowed
meter (rem/hr) (Min)
1 0.48 120
2 0.96 60
5 2.40 25
IR 192 10 4.80 12
20 9.60 6
50 24.00 2
100 48.00 1
1 1.32 46
2 2.64 43
5 6.60 9
Cobalt 60
10 13.20 4.6
20 26.40 2.3
50 66.00 0.9
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The time column is derived from a dose of 1 rem to the hands at 1 metre.
01.8.4 Safe working distance
From an unshielded source can be calculated from the following simple equations:
A. IR 192 : Safe Distance (meters) = Square Root of (640 x Source activity in
curies) B. Co. 60 : Safe Distance (meters) = Square Root of (1734 x Source
activity in curies)
These distances are based on a maximum permissible dose rate of 0.75 millirems per hour with outputs
of 0.48 rems per hour at 1 meter for 1 curie of iridium 192 and 1.3 rems per hour at 1 meter for one
curie of Cobalt 60.
The general expression for these criteria is:
Safe Distance = Source activity x Output x 1000

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Maximum Permissible dose rate
Where the units are as follows:
Safe Distance - meters; source Activity - curies; output - rems per hour at 1 meter;
Maximum permissible dose rate - millirems per hour.
Transmission of x-rays and Gamma Rays.

For the purpose of calculating the transmission of X & gamma ray through shielded material, the
following table will be serving as a guide.
Energy Lead Concrete Steel

Type
KV HVT TVT HVT TVT HVT TVT
50 0.07 0.25 9 14 0.5 1.5
100 0.30 1.0 17 54 2 5.5
150 0.30 1.0 22 70 4 13
X Ray
200 0.45 1.4 26 86 6 19
250 1.0 3.2 28 90 12 36
300 1.5 4.9 30 102 15 45
Gamma Ray Type
Ir 192 5.5 19.0 43 140 13 43
Co 60 1.1 40 63 203 20 67
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Below is the Sievert Arabia Main office location & address for communication.
KHOBAR
DRIVING
Khobar Highway SCHOOL Dammam Highway
SIGNAL
DAMMAM UNIVERSIRY KHOBAR –DAMMAM COASTAL ROAD
SIGNAL
College of Dentistry
DAAN
PHARMACY
SIEVERT
ARABIA
PB 3978 PC 31952
DAAN PHARMACY BUILDING
2nd FLOOR - PETROMIN (ALNOORES)
Tel. +966 (3) 8450594, Fax. +966 (3) 8450493
DAMMAM SEA PORT
Below are the emergency contact numbers of the legislation and authorities, in case of any radiation
emergency.
Emergency Agency Phone Number Mobile Number

KACARE 014813633 0598960681
Police (Fire Department) 998 --
Police (Vehicle Accidents) 996 --
Saudi Aramco
ID RPO 1982 3276 (Pager) 055356723
Asst RPO 038702498(Pager) 055842960
RPU/EPD Representative 038760361,038760357
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In case of emergency KACARE will be contacted by company RSO/RPO.
Below are the SAL Radiation Emergency Contact Numbers.
Names Title Contact Number

SIEVERT ARABIA LTD.
Mobile : 0545086972
Jamsheed Salahuden General Manager Tel : +966 (13) 8450 594 ext 101
Fax : +966 (13) 8450 496
Email: jamsheed@sievert.in
Mobile : 0546770404
Mohammad Shawki Main RSO Tel : +966 (13) 8450 594 ext 106
Fax : +966 (13) 8450 496
Email: shawki@sievert.in
Mobile : 0502595080
Ali Al-Rakah Back Up RSO Tel : +966 (14) 43544441
Fax : +966 (13) 8450 496
Email: aalrakah@sievert.in
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QHSE DEPARTMENT RADIATION SAFETY PROCEDURE SAL-QHSE-SOP-RSM

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Rev. Rev. Date Section Detail of Revision Reason for Revision

01 28-01-2012 All New procedure New procedure

02 28-02-2012 Dose level Investigation level Aramco requirements

Addition of Annexure for

Change in text, addition of Aramco Comments

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Sec No. Description Page Number

5.11 Records & Responsibility 29

8.1 Medical Surveillance and Occupational Health Control 33

9.0 Control of Records and amendments to documents 34

10.0 Annexure I- Radiation Contingency Plan 35

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7.1 REFERENCE DOCUMENT:

1.4 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS:

 KACARE: King Abdullah City for Atomic and Renewable Energy.

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 ICRP : International Commission on Radiological Protection

The special name for the unit of dose is Gray (Gy)

 EQUIVALENT DOSE (HT)

Equivalent dose in Sv = Dose in Gy x W

The earliest unit of exposure is Roentgen (R)

The SI unit of exposure is Coulomb/ Kg (C/Kg)

1R = 2.58 X 10-4 coulomb / kg

ALARA: As Low As Reasonably Achievable.

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X-ray equipment used in industrial radiography.

Radioactive tracers (used in production flow investigations).

 Packages (Type A & Type B):

The controlled movement of radioactive materials from one location to another.

A set of procedures to be implemented in the event of radioactive emergency.

 Dose Rate: Absorbed dose measured per unit of time.

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 Rad: Traditional Unit of absorbed dose (1 Rad = 0.01 Gy).

 Radiation Monitoring Devices:

 Shielding: Material used to reduce emission of radiation.

 RPA: Radiation Protection Advisor.

 RPO: Radiation Protection Officer

 RSO: Radiation Safety Officer

 RSMS: Radiation Safety Management system

 QHSEMS: Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management System.

 MD: Ministerial Decree

 WP: Work Permit

 NDT: Non Destructive Testing

1 Sievert 100 Rem

1 Curie 3.7  1010 Bq

2.0 POLICY, LEGAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

2.2 Legal and other Requirements:

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3.0 Organization, Responsibilities and standards.

Jamsheed Salahudheen RSO TEAM

Operations S Narayana Technical

Project/ Site level In

Project/Site RSO TEAM HO Support (Consultancy Services

3.1.1 General Manager:

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3.1.2 Group Manager QHSE

3.1.3 Radiation Protection Advisers (RPA)

3.1.4 Main RSO / Back Up RSO

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3.1.5 Technical Manager

Upgrading, implementing and monitoring of Quality Management System and Procedures.