To provide knowledge and understanding of NORM in the oil and gas industry and the OPAL requirements associated with it, so that the safety and health of staff and the public are not compromised, and the environment is not harmed.
Objectives
Identifying NORM sources, implementing safety precautions and PPE, mitigating risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Essential Components
What are Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials.
How it is created in nature.
Radiation sources.
Types of radiation.
Provide awareness and knowledge of NORM and the hazards and risks associated with it.
Introduce field instruments associated with suspected NORM.
Precautionary principle and actions required if NORM is identified.
Where to find NORM.
NORM Health risks and personal protective.
Policies and procedures for NORM.
Target Population
Targets personnel and supervisor in industries where natural radiation is concentrated during processing (e.g., oil & gas, mining, waste treatment). Key audiences include HSE professionals, Radiation Protection Officers (RPOs), maintenance staff and contractors handling contaminated equipment.