Obtaining New Radioactive Materials, Radiation-Generating Devices, and Lasers (Class 3B or 4)

 

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Complete these forms PRIOR to purchasing materials/devices.

Healing Arts Users:
  • Complete this form and submit to rsc@olemiss.edu
  • RSC Chair will review and sign form.
  • Form will be returned to Registrant.
​Radioactive Materials:
  1. To order radioactive materials:
    1. Complete this form and submit to rsc@olemiss.edu.
    2. Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) will order radioactive materials and deliver to the appropriate lab.
  2. ​To classify a room for the use of radioactive materials:
    1. ​Complete this form.
    2. Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) will work with the PI to classify the room for the use of radioactive materials.
  3. ​To transfer radioactive materials to another PI:
    1. ​Complete this form.
    2. Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) will review the request.
​Radiation-Generating Devices:
  • Complete this form.
  • Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) will meet with the PI and complete the registration with MSDH.

Lasers (Class 3b or Class 4):

  • Complete this form.
  • Laser Safety Officer (LSO) will inspect laser and lab once laser has been delivered.