THERMOLUMINESCENT
DOSIMETERS SERVICE

Control dosimeters measure the background radiation that is accumulated during the storage and transport of personal dosimeters, to and from the Radiation Dosimetry Services Laboratory (RDSL).

Doses recorded on control dosimeters are deducted from personal dosimeters for an accurate assessment of occupational exposure.

This service supports private and governmental facilities by enabling them to monitor occupational radiation doses for workers in radiation-related roles, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

How to Use Control Dosimeters
Dosimeter Request Process
Types of Dosimeters Offered
Service Process
Support for Private and
Governmental Organisations
Certificates
FAQs

Types of Dosimeters Offered

  1. Whole Body (Xray, Gamma and Beta)
  2. Whole Body (Xray, Gama, Beta and Neutron)
  3. Ring Badge (Xray, Gamma and Beta)
  4. Eye Lens Dosimeter Foetal Monitoring
  5. Finger Ring Dosimeter

How to Use Control Dosimeters

It is essential to understand that staff occupational radiation doses depend on the correct use of the control dosimeter, follow the below steps to ensure accurate and effective use:

The control dosimeter should be stored in a safe location, away from direct radiation, heat or sunlight.

It is recommended to store the control badge on a dosimeter storage board at facility entrances or exits, in a break room or at a reception area.

It is not advised to store control dosimeters in desks, offices, control rooms, outside X-ray rooms, in vehicles, at home, or in the presence of lead.

If you have multiple locations, it is recommended to use a control dosimeter for each location, matching the same wearing period.

For different wearing periods, you will need a separate control dosimeter for each period.

Do not use the control dosimeter for staff or area monitoring under any circumstances.

When returning all dosimeters to RDSL, ensure the control dosimeter is included for the same wearing period. Its absence may result in inaccurate measurements.

Dosimeter Request Process

Our streamlined process for requesting dosimeters makes it easy for facilities to ensure that their workers are effectively monitored.

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Please complete the request form here, providing all the necessary details.

Service Process

  1. Submit a service request detailing the types of radiation sources used and the total number of workers exposed to radiation.
  2. Complete the service application, operations and facility information forms.
  3. Make any necessary payments for applicable fees.
  4. Collect the dosimeters from our facility
  5. Return the dosimeters within the specified timeframe.
  6. Analyse the dosimeter readings, generate reports and send them to the client.
  7. All radiation dosimeters must be returned in good condition or replaced with equivalents.
  8. Pay any applicable annual fees to renew the service.

Support for Private and
Governmental Organisations

At SSMC, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive radiation monitoring solutions, tailored to the needs of both private and governmental institutions.

Our services are designed to enhance safety and ensure regulatory compliance.

By partnering with SSMC, organisations can strengthen their radiation safety practices, safeguard their workforce and maintain adherence to industry regulations.

FAQs

Q1. What is dosimetry?+

Dosimetry is the scientific method and measurement of ionising radiation.

Q2. What is ionising radiation?+

Ionising radiation is high-energy radiation. This includes x-ray, beta, gamma and neutron radiation, capable of producing ionisation in the substances that it passes through.

Q3. What does a control dosimeter measure? +

Control dosimeters register doses from natural background radiation exposure, including natural radioactive materials present in building materials and soil.

Q4. What is personal dosimetry? +

Personal dosimetry is the manner of tracking an individual’s radiation exposure (as opposed to the environment) through technology such as dosimeters.

Q5. Why are dosimeters necessary?+

Control dosimeters are needed to provide a measurement of external radiation so that facilities can calculate an accurate measure of occupational dose. Occupational dose is received as a result of your employment using radiation sources.

Q6. What factors can affect the accuracy of control dosimeters?+

Factors such as temperature, humidity and exposure to light can influence readings. Proper storage and handling are essential to maintain their integrity.

Certificates

Emirates International Accreditation Centre Certificate Licence for the Provision of Technical Service Related to Radiation Safety Certificate

It is essential to understand that staff occupational radiation doses depend on the correct use of the control dosimeter. The following steps should be observed by all relevant persons to ensure accurate and effective use:

  1. The control dosimeter should be stored in a safe location, away from direct radiation, heat or sunlight.
  2. It is recommended to store the control badge on a dosimeter storage board at facility entrances or exits, in a break room or at a reception area away from radiation controlled area
  3. It is not advised to store control dosimeters in desks, offices, control rooms, near to X-ray rooms, in vehicles, at home, or in the presence of lead.
  4. If you work in multiple locations, it is recommended to use a control dosimeter for each location, matching the same wearing period.
  5. For different wearing periods, you will need a separate control dosimeter for each corresponding period.
  6. Do not use the control dosimeter for individual staff members or area monitoring under any circumstances.
  7. When returning all dosimeters to RDSL, ensure the control dosimeter is included for the same wearing period. Its absence may result in inaccurate measurements.

  1. Whole Body (Xray, Gamma and Beta)
  2. Whole Body (Xray, Gama, Beta and Neutron)
  3. Ring Badge (Xray, Gamma and Beta)
  4. Eye Lens Dosimeter Foetal Monitoring
  5. Finger Ring Dosimeter

Our streamlined process for requesting dosimeters makes it easy for facilities to ensure that their workers are effectively monitored.

asas

Please complete the request form here, providing all the necessary details.

  1. Submit a service request detailing the types of radiation sources used and the total number of workers exposed to radiation.
  2. Complete the service application, operations, and facility information forms.
  3. Make any necessary payments on applicable fees.
  4. Collect the dosimeters from our facility.
  5. Return the dosimeters within the specified timeframe.
  6. Analyse the dosimeter readings, generate reports and send them to the client.
  7. All radiation dosimeters must be returned in good condition or replaced with equivalents.
  8. Pay any applicable annual fees to renew the service.

At SSMC, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive radiation monitoring solutions, tailored to the needs of both private and governmental institutions.

Our services are designed to enhance safety and ensure regulatory compliance.

By partnering with SSMC, organisations can strengthen their radiation safety practices, safeguard their workforce and maintain adherence to industry regulations.

Q1. What is dosimetry?

Dosimetry is the scientific method and measurement of ionising radiation.

Q2. What is ionising radiation?

Ionising radiation is high-energy radiation. This includes x-ray, beta, gamma and neutron radiation, capable of producing ionisation in the substances that it passes through.

Q3. What does a control dosimeter measure?

Control dosimeters register doses from natural background radiation exposure, including natural radioactive materials present in building materials and soil.

Q4. What is personal dosimetry?

Personal dosimetry is the manner of tracking an individual’s radiation exposure (as opposed to the environment) through technology such as personal dosimeters.

Q5. Why are dosimeters necessary?

Control dosimeters are needed to provide a measurement of external radiation so that facilities can calculate an accurate measure of occupational dose. Occupational doses are received as a result of your employment using radiation sources.

Q6. What factors can affect the accuracy of control dosimeters?

Factors such as temperature, humidity, and exposure to light can influence readings. Proper storage and handling are essential to maintain their integrity.

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