Re: Thoriated Welding Rods

[michael_coogen@hq2ccgw.hq.dla.mil]

     I don't believe that you have a problem.  It would be no different 
     than bulk storing thorium mantles for Coleman lanterns.  Can't comment 
     on the use of the thorium rods....mike coogen


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Subject: Thoriated Welding Rods
Author:  radsafe@romulus.ehs.uiuc.edu at hq2ccgw
Date:    9/7/95 3:54 PM


     Hi Ya'll,
     
     I have been asked to develop a policy on the use, storage, and control 
     of thoriated tungsten welding rods.  Is there really a problem?  What 
     are the "real" concerns?  Any suggestions on where to begin or how to 
     address this concern would be greatly appreciated.
     
     Thanks for you help,
     
     Jay Poston                         Argonne National Lab-West 
     208-533-7638                       P. O. Box 2528
     FAX 533-7344                       Idaho Falls, ID  83402