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Static Reduction/Radon Daughters
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- Date: Fri, 14 Jul 1995 10:40:23 -0700 (PDT)
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We had similar problems in Phoenix. The following things didn't work very
well, if at all:
1) Commercial anti-static sprays applied before exposure. 2) Sprays applied
after exposure. 3) Room ionizers in the "waiting" area. 4) Tape to remove
particulates. 5) Water sprays.
Our best solution was to ban clothing based on the material. We went to
mandating all cotton clothing. Of course, we had to take our brand new bosses
pants away from him just a few minutes before a meeting with a corporate V-P
to get support for this. Polyester and poly blends are particularly bad
actors.
On a similar note, we also noticed that almost all airborne radionuclides have
a similar affinity for static filled clothing, as do "hot" particles.
(This communication has not been reviewed by anyone I currently or have ever
worked for, and does not represent the policies, beliefs or experience of
anyone but myself.)
Richard W. Edwards, Analyst The Boeing Company
Phone: (206) 393-1999 P.O. Box 3707, M/S 6Y-38
Fax: (206) 393-3060 Seattle, WA 98124-2207