Re: Free Release

[DOUG TURNER <turners@earthlink.net>]

At 10:19 AM 7/3/96 -0500, you wrote:
>
>Radsafers,
>
>My apologies if this topic has already been discussed.  I am in the process 
>of reworking our facility's Free Release Policy/Procedure and I am looking 
>for input on how to perform adequate surveys of the following items for 
>release to unrestricted areas:
>
>1) Concrete blocks
>2) Wood - shelves,pallets, misc. scrap, etc...
>3) Items smaller than the surface area of a packake probe or items smaller 
>than 100 cm2 (we have a
>     wide area probe also).  Items such as nuts, bolts, etc...
>4) Pipe, hoses, tubing
>5) Small electric motors
>
>Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
>
>Mike Herbst
>University at Buffalo
>facmgh@facilities.buffalo.edu
>
>
Mike, Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station developed a comprhensive check
list for Junior HP techs of what should be considered when unconditionally
releasing items.  This was reviewed by the NRC in Region I and they
considered the guidance acceptable at the time ( mid 1980's).  I would
expect they would share this information (which was proceduralized) if you
request it.  There may need to be an update for the new automated counters
if you have that equipment.

Good Luck,

Doug Turner  Email turners@earthlink.net