radiation protection officer

Radiation protection officers are responsible for the protection from harmful effects caused by exposure to ionising radiation. They ensure compliance with legislation and regulations by enforcing safety measures. Furthermore they develop radiation protection plans in particular for nuclear plants and facilities.

Alternative Labels

radiation protection advisor

radiation protection manager

radiation protection supervisor

radiation protection team leader

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

advise on pollution prevention apply radiation protection procedures calculate exposure to radiation design strategies for nuclear emergencies develop radiation protection strategies ensure compliance with environmental legislation ensure compliance with radiation protection regulations follow nuclear plant safety precautions instruct employees on radiation protection monitor nuclear power plant systems monitor radiation levels perform risk analysis respond to nuclear emergencies use personal protection equipment

Essential Knowledge

environmental legislation nuclear energy nuclear legislation nuclear physics pollution prevention radiation physics in healthcare radiation protection radioactive contamination

Optional Skills and Competences

assess contamination avoid contamination inspect compliance with hazardous waste regulations inspect government policy compliance investigate contamination investigate pollution monitor disposal of radioactive substances test safety strategies

Optional Knowledge

contamination exposure regulations pollution legislation

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/bf802371-4758-4268-a780-58e3d269831b

Status

released

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