Nuclear health physics monitor

Level

Intermediate · like GCSEs

Length

2 yrs

typical

Sector

Engineering and manufacturing

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Providing radiological monitoring services in the nuclear industry to protect people, plant and the environment from radioactive contamination.

Monitor radiation levels in controlled and supervised areas

Issue radiation dose estimates and permit-to-work clearances

Check workers for personal contamination using survey instruments

Carry out routine environmental and workplace monitoring

Record and report dose and contamination data accurately

Support nuclear emergency response drills and procedures

Radiation physics and types of ionising radiation

Radiation monitoring equipment and how to use it

Dose control, ALARP principles, and personal dosimetry

Contamination control and decontamination procedures

Nuclear safety regulations and site licence conditions

Emergency arrangements and radiation emergency response

Ready to look for a place?

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