Environmental Monitoring, Safety and EH&S Instrumentation
Representing RMD's LPA-1 XRF Lead Paint Inspection Analyzer System

How to get an Operator's License

To find out requirements, contact your local State agency and obtain a copy of the regulations concerning radiation safety and record keeping procedures. Most states will require the applicant to submit:

1. A license application, including the name and address and the applicant's business, type of business activities, resumes of users, and experience and training with radioactive materials.
2. A drawing and relevant details of where the device is being stored.
3. The device safety sheet registration number.
4. Evidence of training and relevant education.
5. Transportation and temporary job site provisions.
6. A formal Radiation Safety Program to address:
a. Provisions for storage and safe keeping of the device on and off site.
b. Provisions for personal monitoring such as film badges and adhering 
    to ALARA concept.
c. Individual user's training and experience..
d. Designation of a responsible person named as the 
    Radiation Safety Officer. 

Basic License Application Information

Device Information:
	Name: Device Safety Evaluation Number: Manufacturer: Usage: Calibration Requirement:		LPA-1, Lead Paint Analysis System. MA-0573-D103-B RMD Instruments, LLC Portable XRF for Measurement of lead in paint. None
Source Information:
	Radioactive material: Source manufacturer: Source Model Number: Maximum Activity: Chemical or Physical Form: Leak Test Frequency: Type of Leak Test: Disposal:		Cobalt-57 (Co57) IPL or NAS IPL model 3901 or NAS model 1403. 12 millicurie (12mCi), (444MBq). Sealed source, Solid. Annual Wipe test by a commercial leak test company. Return to manufacturer (RMD) for disposal.

Radioactive Material License Supplemental Information (Word doc)

Appendix C EMERGENCY - ACCIDENT OR THEFT (Word doc)

Listing of State Licensing Agencies