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Ionising Radiation > Education and Training

Education and Training in Radiation Protection

The area of radiation protection covers the use of radiation sources and radioactive substances in medicine, industry and research, and the management of natural sources of radiation. Qualified competence of those in charge of radiation protection is essential for maintaining a high level of safety for occupationally exposed workers, patients and the general public.
 
Building and Maintaining Competence in Radiation Protection
 
The field of radiation protection includes the use of radiation sources and radioactive substances in medicine, industry and research as well as the exposure to natural sources of radiation. The qualified competence of persons in charge of radiation protection is essential for maintaining a high level of safety more...


   
International education and training in radiation protection
 
In order to assume full responsibility for working safely in radiation protection, an edaquate education and initial training programme as well as continuous professional development in radiation protection is essential. more...


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Ionising radiation and radioactive substances are widely used in medicine, industry, research and technology. All these areas of application require high levels of competence in radiation protection of those working in the field. In order to maintain the high standards of safety for occupationally exposed workers, patients and the public, we need professional education and training programmes in radiation protection. next...