Re: Low level contamination in RAM shipment

[LIPTONW@detroitedison.com]

The removable contamination limit for a package in transit is 2200 dpm/100
cm2 
for beta-gamma radionuclides.  Thus, 300 dpm/100 cm2 is not a violation, 
although I would notify the shipper.  There are no limits on internal 
contamination.  Stating the wrong radionuclide on a shipping paper is a 
violation of 49 CFR 172, but, to the best of my knowledge, it is not 
reportable.  Again, I would notify the shipper. This situation, while not 
reportable, clearly does not meet your expectations, and raises questions 
regarding whether you should be doing business with this supplier,
especially 
if he is not cooperative in identifying and correcting the errors that 
resulted in this situation.  
 
You wrote: 
 
We received a RAM package with minor contamination (300 dpm/100 cm^2 above 
> background (60 dpm)). This material was shipped as an excepted package and 
did 
> not require any label. Contamination was found inside and outside of the 
> shipping box. Decontamination is completed. 
 
The shipping document stated H-3 but the content was C-14. 
 
I intend to call the shipper and let them know. Are there any action I
should 
be 
taking?  Are there any regulatory requirement? Thank you for your advice. M.
Jo 
 
> 
 
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