Mandatory Training

 

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Personnel MUST meet with the RSO BEFORE beginning work with radioactive materials, radiation-generating devices, or class 3B and 4 lasers.

For all personnel working with radioactive materials, radiation-generating devices, and/or lasers (Class 3B and/or 4 lasers):

  1. Complete this form.
  2. Complete required CITI training (UM CITI Account Registration Instructions):
    • Radiation Safety (if working with radioactive materials)
    • Radiation-generating Devices Training (if working with radiation-generating devices)
    • Laser Safety (if working with Class 3B and 4 lasers)
  3. Email rsc@olemiss.edu with training certificate.
  4. For users of Radioactive Materials and/or Radiation-Generating Devices, the RSO will email you after you submit your form to schedule a meeting with you to review your application, complete any additional training, and discuss dosimetry needs.
  5. You and your supervisor will be sent a Personnel Approval Letter.
  6. The RSO will deliver a dosimeter to the appropriate location if needed.

CITI certification is good for three years. On or before your three-year anniversary date, you must complete a CITI Refresher course. Information about Refresher courses can be found on the CITI website.

 

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