MARSAME
Course schedule
- August 26-29, 2013
Description
This four-day training course focuses on the methodology and practical application of the Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Assessment of Materials and Equipment (MARSAME) standard. This standard supplements the MARSSIM manual that has become the basis for real property Final Status Surveys. The objective of the course will be to provide attendees with a solid understanding of the MARSAME standard, offer practice through exercises, and provide practical information related to its implementation.
Who should attend
This course is designed for those responsible for the design and execution of surveys for the release of materials and equipment from facilities that handle, or previously handled, radioactive materials. Individuals who would attend this course include health physicists, project managers and those providing oversight of the process such as regulatory personnel. A basic familiarity with MARSSIM methodology and/or terminology is helpful, but not required.
Cost
$1,595 — The tuition includes the full cost of training, books and instructional materials. Attendees will also receive a free copy of the PTP Electronic Library DVD.
Course credit
The American Academy of Health Physics will grant 24 Continuing Education Credits for completion of this course.
| Monday | |
| Introduction Course Objectives MARSSIM Review MARSAME Overview MARSAME vs. MARSSIM Flexibility in MARSAME Initial Assessment: Preliminary Surveys Class Exercise: Initial Assessment Action Levels Class Exercise: Action Levels |
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| Tuesday | |
| Measurements Quality Objectives (Intro) Measurements Quality Objectives (Considerations) Detection Sensitivity of Survey Instruments Class Exercise: Detection Sensitivity Measurement Uncertainty Class Exercise: Measurement Uncertainty |
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| Wednesday | |
| Survey Approaches and Considerations Survey Plans Class Exercise: Survey Approaches and Plans Implementing the Survey |
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| Thursday | |
| Data Quality Assessment – Evaluating an Example Set Class Exercise: Evaluating Example Data Sets Class Exercise: Comprehensive Scenario Course Summary |
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For further information or assistance, please contact:
Registrar
Professional Training Programs
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
P.O. Box 117, MS-11
Oak Ridge, TN 37831-0117
Phone: 865.576.3576
Fax: 865.241.9152
registrar@orau.org