This Radiation Safety Handbook is the official training manual and policy and procedure guide for users of radioactive materials, radiation producing equipment, and sources of non-ionizing radiation at Northwestern University.
1. General Policy Statement

It is the policy of Northwestern University to permit the use of radioactive materials and sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation while providing for their safe use. The use of radiation sources is a privilege; in order to retain the privilege, all persons who use sources of radiation must follow University policies and procedures for their safe and legal use.

While program emphasis is on safety, please note use of the standard regulatory language "shall" and "should" hroughout this document. "Shall" is used when adherence to the recommendations is necessary to meet accepted standards of protection or to comply with regulatory requirements or University policy. "Should" indicates recommendations that are to be applied, where possible, in the interest of minimizing radiation exposure or meeting radiation safety program objectives.

2. Access to Records and Program Documents

State regulations require that the University inform radiation workers where they may view important radiation safety program documents. Radiation workers may request a record of their exposure to radiation or radioactive material annually or upon termination of employment. Radiation workers may see the following documents in ORS, room B-106 Ward Building, Chicago campus:

• Regulations in Part 32 of the Illinois Administrative Code (32IAC), including Part 400 (Notices, Instructions and Reports to Workers; Inspections) and Part 340 (Standards for Protection Against Radiation).
• University licenses, registration certificates, conditions, and documents incorporated into the licenses by reference and amendment.
• Operating procedures applicable to activities under the licenses and registrations. • Documents pertaining to license inspections.