Re: Exposure from Bremsstrahlung

[LIPTONW@dteenergy.com]

A "rule of thumb" in the "Radiological Health Handbook" (1970 edition)
states: 
 "The bremsstrahlung from 1 Ci P-32 aqueous solution in a glass bottle is 
about 1 mR/hr at 1 meter."  Since plexiglass has a lower effective Z than 
regular glass, the dose rate should be less.  More detailed information is 
available in:  Frank H. Attix, "Introduction to Radiological Physics and 
Radiation Dosimetry" (John Wiley & Sons 1986), Chapter 9, "X-Ray Production 
and Quality". 
 
The opinions expressed are strictly mine. 
It's not about dose, it's about trust. 
 
Bill Lipton 
liptonw@dteenergy.com 
 
You wrote: 
 
>Hi! Can anybody direct me to information regarding the potential exposure 
>from Bremsstrahlung radiation from waste contaminated with P-32 behind a 
>plexiglas shield. Is it a significant issue? 
 
>You can email me direct at caspar@aecom.yu.edu. 
 
>Thank you.
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