Quiz on Radiation Protection Standards

What is the primary purpose of PNRI CPR 3?

• To promote the use of radioactive materials

• To control activities involving radioactive material to limit individual radiation dose

• To provide training for radiation safety officers

• To eliminate all forms of radiation exposure

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the radiation protection and safety organization?

• Description of the radiation facility

• Number of employees in the organization

• Duties and responsibilities of the RHSO

• Qualification and training of individuals

What does ALARA stand for in the context of radiation protection?

• As Low As Reasonably Achievable

• Avoiding Large Amounts of Radiation Accumulation

• Always Limit All Radiation Activities

• Assessing Levels of Radiation Annually

What is the maximum effective dose limit for occupational exposure over five consecutive years?

• 50 mSv

• 20 mSv

• 1 mSv

• 5 mSv

Which of the following practices is considered unjustified according to PNRI CPR 3?

• Using radiation for medical diagnosis

• Using radioactive materials in cosmetics

• Using radiation for therapeutic purposes

• Using radiation in food preservation

What must be done if a female worker becomes pregnant?

• She is exempt from all radiation exposure limits

• She must take a leave of absence

• She should notify the institution for modified working conditions

• She must stop working immediately

What is the equivalent dose limit to the lens of the eye for members of the public?

• 1 mSv per year

• 150 mSv per year

• 50 mSv per year

• 15 mSv per year

What is the purpose of conducting investigations and feedback of operating experience?

• To eliminate the need for monitoring

• To reduce the number of employees

• To improve device design and safety

• To increase the number of radiation devices

What should be done if a licensee exceeds the dose limit?

• They must notify the FDA immediately

• They can ignore it if it is a minor breach

• They should wait for the next scheduled report

• They must conduct a public announcement

What is the recommended action for licensees in case of regulatory breaches?

• Change the regulations to avoid penalties

• Ignore the breach if it is minor

• Investigate and take corrective actions

• Report to the public only