Event Notification Report for December 31, 2003
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Operations Center
EVENT REPORTS FOR
12/30/2003 - 12/31/2003
EVENT NUMBERS
40420404214042940470
General Information or Other
Event Number: 40420
Rep Org: WA DIVISION OF RADIATION PROTECTION
Licensee: SIMPSON TACOMA KRAFT, LLC
Region: 4
City: TACOMA State: WA
County:
License #: WN-I014-1
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ARDEN C. SCROGGS
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN MacKINNON
Licensee: SIMPSON TACOMA KRAFT, LLC
Region: 4
City: TACOMA State: WA
County:
License #: WN-I014-1
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ARDEN C. SCROGGS
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN MacKINNON
Notification Date: 12/31/2003
Notification Time: 15:50 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 12:00 [PST]
Last Update Date: 01/27/2004
Notification Time: 15:50 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 12:00 [PST]
Last Update Date: 01/27/2004
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
Tom Farnholtz (R4)
LARRY CAMPER (NMSS)
Tom Farnholtz (R4)
LARRY CAMPER (NMSS)
AGREEMENT STATE REPORT: DAMAGED GAUGE
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
"City and State: Tacoma, Washington
"License Number: WN-I014-1
"Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee
"Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, he noticed that process fluids had eroded a ½ inch by 4 inch hole through the ½ inch thick gauge body where it attached to process piping. The damage was apparently confined to the device's body and the event is not considered to present an emergency at this time. The device had been in service for about 12 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed to prepare it for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp. Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to temporarily return the device to its normal level of shielding and integrity. After removal and the temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal in January 2004, by a service provider.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged, device read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same location. The RSO reported no activity from a wipe survey on the damaged device.
"The Department will perform an on-site investigation on 6 January 2004. No media attention has been attracted, yet.
"Notification Reporting Criteria: 10 CFR 31, General Domestic Licenses for Byproduct Material (damage to shielding)
"Isotope and Activity involved: Cesium 137, 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries)
"Overexposures? (number of workers/members of the public; dose estimate; body part receiving dose; consequence): N/A
"Lost, Stolen or Damaged? (mfg., model, serial number): damage confined to device body of a Texas Nuclear Corp, Model 5176 device, Serial Number 2253
"`Disposition/recovery: removed from service, temporarily repaired, secured for pending disposal
"Leak test? Wipe survey indicated no contamination, last leak test was negative
"Vehicle: (description; placards; Shipper; package type; Pkg. ID number) N/A
"Release of activity? None
"Activity and pharmaceutical compound intended: N/A
"Misadministered activity and/or compound received: N/A
"Device (HDR, etc.) Mfg., Model; computer program: See above
"Exposure (intended/actual); consequences: N/A
"Was patient or responsible relative notified? N/A
"Was written report provided? Pending
"Was referring physician notified? N/A
"Consultant used? N/A for this event"
* * * UPDATE ON 1/16/04 AT 1315 EST FROM ARDEN SCROGGS TO GERRY WAIG * * *
The following information was received via email:
"This is an updated notification of an event in Washington State, reported to and investigated by, the WA Department of Health, Office of Radiation Protection.
"STATUS: update
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
"City and State: Tacoma, Washington
"License Number: WN-I014-1
"Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee)
"Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, that he had discovered that process fluids (green liquor [sodium sulfite]) had eroded a 3-inch by 6-inch hole through a 1/8 inch thick aluminum gauge cover-plate on the gauge where the gauge attached to process piping. The damage was confined to the device's cover-plate and the event was not considered an emergency. The device had been in service for about 30 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed in preparation for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp., Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch thick metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to cover the whole. After removal and temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal. A service provider, is scheduled to remove the devices from the licensee's facility in about April, 2004.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged device, read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same point. A Ludlum Model 3, SN 104500, calibrated 19 November 2003, was used for stated measurements. The RSO took a leak test inside the opened area. The RSO sent the leak test sample for analysis and subsequently reported the test indicated less then detectable activity.
"The Department performed an on-site investigation on 9 January 2004, resulting in this updated report. No media attention has been attracted, yet.
"Initial Notification Reporting Criteria was: 10 CFR 31, General Domestic Licenses for Byproduct Material (damage to shielding) but now we understand that shielding was not compromised.
"Isotope and Activity involved: Cesium 137, 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries)
"Overexposures? (number of workers/members of the public; dose estimate; body part receiving dose; consequence): N/A
"Lost, Stolen or Damaged? (mfg., model, serial number): damage confined to device cover-plate, of a Texas Nuclear Corp, Model 5176 device, Serial Number 2253
"Disposition/recovery: removed from service, temporarily repaired, secured for pending disposal
"Leak test? Wipe survey indicated no contamination, leak test was negative
"Vehicle: (description; placards; Shipper; package type; Pkg. ID number) N/A
"Release of activity? None
"Activity and pharmaceutical compound intended: N/A
"Misadministered activity and/or compound received: N/A
"Device (HDR, etc.) Mfg., Model; computer program: See above
"Exposure (intended/actual); consequences: N/A
"Was patient or responsible relative notified? N/A
"Was written report provided? Pending
"Was referring physician notified? N/A
"Consultant used? N/A for this event"
Notified R4DO (Jeffery Clark), NMSS (Thomas Essig)
* * * UPDATE ON 1/27/04 AT 1433 EST LAWRENCE TO GOTT * * *
"The changes include:
1. Update in status as complete,
2 Full description of the corrosive process fluids,
3. Additional information on the area of gauge that was damaged.
"This incident is considered closed as of January 27, 2004.
"This is an updated notification of an event in Washington State, reported to and investigated by, the WA Department of Health, Office of Radiation Protection.
"STATUS: complete
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
City and State: Tacoma, Washington
License Number: WN-I014-1
Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee)
Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, that he had discovered that process fluids (green liquor comprised of [sodium sulfide, sodium sulfate, and sodium carbonate]) had eroded a 3-inch by 6-inch hole through a 1/8 inch thick aluminum gauge cover-plate on the gauge where the gauge attached to process piping. The damage was confined to the device's cover-plate and the event was not considered an emergency. A service provider subsequently reported to the licensee, the plate is to prevent contaminants from fouling the shutter mechanism. The plate has little impact on shielding. The device had been in service for about 30 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed in preparation for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp., Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch thick metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to cover the whole. After removal and the temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal. A service provider is scheduled to remove the devices from the licensee's facility in about April 2004.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged, device read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same point. A Ludlum Model 3, SN 104500, calibrated 19 November 2003, was used for stated measurements. The RSO took a leak test, inside the opened area. The RSO sent the leak test sample for analysis and subsequently reported the test indicated less then detectable activity.
"The Department performed an on-site investigation on 9 January 2004, resulting in this updated report. No media attention has been attracted, yet."
Notified NMSS (Kokajko) and R4DO (William Johnson)
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
"City and State: Tacoma, Washington
"License Number: WN-I014-1
"Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee
"Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, he noticed that process fluids had eroded a ½ inch by 4 inch hole through the ½ inch thick gauge body where it attached to process piping. The damage was apparently confined to the device's body and the event is not considered to present an emergency at this time. The device had been in service for about 12 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed to prepare it for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp. Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to temporarily return the device to its normal level of shielding and integrity. After removal and the temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal in January 2004, by a service provider.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged, device read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same location. The RSO reported no activity from a wipe survey on the damaged device.
"The Department will perform an on-site investigation on 6 January 2004. No media attention has been attracted, yet.
"Notification Reporting Criteria: 10 CFR 31, General Domestic Licenses for Byproduct Material (damage to shielding)
"Isotope and Activity involved: Cesium 137, 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries)
"Overexposures? (number of workers/members of the public; dose estimate; body part receiving dose; consequence): N/A
"Lost, Stolen or Damaged? (mfg., model, serial number): damage confined to device body of a Texas Nuclear Corp, Model 5176 device, Serial Number 2253
"`Disposition/recovery: removed from service, temporarily repaired, secured for pending disposal
"Leak test? Wipe survey indicated no contamination, last leak test was negative
"Vehicle: (description; placards; Shipper; package type; Pkg. ID number) N/A
"Release of activity? None
"Activity and pharmaceutical compound intended: N/A
"Misadministered activity and/or compound received: N/A
"Device (HDR, etc.) Mfg., Model; computer program: See above
"Exposure (intended/actual); consequences: N/A
"Was patient or responsible relative notified? N/A
"Was written report provided? Pending
"Was referring physician notified? N/A
"Consultant used? N/A for this event"
* * * UPDATE ON 1/16/04 AT 1315 EST FROM ARDEN SCROGGS TO GERRY WAIG * * *
The following information was received via email:
"This is an updated notification of an event in Washington State, reported to and investigated by, the WA Department of Health, Office of Radiation Protection.
"STATUS: update
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
"City and State: Tacoma, Washington
"License Number: WN-I014-1
"Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee)
"Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, that he had discovered that process fluids (green liquor [sodium sulfite]) had eroded a 3-inch by 6-inch hole through a 1/8 inch thick aluminum gauge cover-plate on the gauge where the gauge attached to process piping. The damage was confined to the device's cover-plate and the event was not considered an emergency. The device had been in service for about 30 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed in preparation for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp., Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch thick metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to cover the whole. After removal and temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal. A service provider, is scheduled to remove the devices from the licensee's facility in about April, 2004.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged device, read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same point. A Ludlum Model 3, SN 104500, calibrated 19 November 2003, was used for stated measurements. The RSO took a leak test inside the opened area. The RSO sent the leak test sample for analysis and subsequently reported the test indicated less then detectable activity.
"The Department performed an on-site investigation on 9 January 2004, resulting in this updated report. No media attention has been attracted, yet.
"Initial Notification Reporting Criteria was: 10 CFR 31, General Domestic Licenses for Byproduct Material (damage to shielding) but now we understand that shielding was not compromised.
"Isotope and Activity involved: Cesium 137, 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries)
"Overexposures? (number of workers/members of the public; dose estimate; body part receiving dose; consequence): N/A
"Lost, Stolen or Damaged? (mfg., model, serial number): damage confined to device cover-plate, of a Texas Nuclear Corp, Model 5176 device, Serial Number 2253
"Disposition/recovery: removed from service, temporarily repaired, secured for pending disposal
"Leak test? Wipe survey indicated no contamination, leak test was negative
"Vehicle: (description; placards; Shipper; package type; Pkg. ID number) N/A
"Release of activity? None
"Activity and pharmaceutical compound intended: N/A
"Misadministered activity and/or compound received: N/A
"Device (HDR, etc.) Mfg., Model; computer program: See above
"Exposure (intended/actual); consequences: N/A
"Was patient or responsible relative notified? N/A
"Was written report provided? Pending
"Was referring physician notified? N/A
"Consultant used? N/A for this event"
Notified R4DO (Jeffery Clark), NMSS (Thomas Essig)
* * * UPDATE ON 1/27/04 AT 1433 EST LAWRENCE TO GOTT * * *
"The changes include:
1. Update in status as complete,
2 Full description of the corrosive process fluids,
3. Additional information on the area of gauge that was damaged.
"This incident is considered closed as of January 27, 2004.
"This is an updated notification of an event in Washington State, reported to and investigated by, the WA Department of Health, Office of Radiation Protection.
"STATUS: complete
"Licensee: Simpson Tacoma Kraft, LLC
City and State: Tacoma, Washington
License Number: WN-I014-1
Type of License: Fixed Gauge
"Date of Event: 31 December 2003 (when discovered by licensee)
Location of Event: 801 Portland Avenue, Tacoma, Washington
"ABSTRACT: (where, when, how, why; cause, contributing factors, corrective actions, consequences, Dept. of Health (department) on-site investigation; media attention):
"The licensed Radiation Safety Officer reported to the Department, on 31 December, that he had discovered that process fluids (green liquor comprised of [sodium sulfide, sodium sulfate, and sodium carbonate]) had eroded a 3-inch by 6-inch hole through a 1/8 inch thick aluminum gauge cover-plate on the gauge where the gauge attached to process piping. The damage was confined to the device's cover-plate and the event was not considered an emergency. A service provider subsequently reported to the licensee, the plate is to prevent contaminants from fouling the shutter mechanism. The plate has little impact on shielding. The device had been in service for about 30 years and had reached the end of its useful service life. It was being removed in preparation for disposal.
"The device is a Texas Nuclear Corp., Model 5176, Serial Number 2253, containing 7.4 gigabecquerels (200 millicuries) of Cesium 137.
"The licensee informed the department they would bolt a ½ inch thick metal plate to the device's attachment point, over the damaged area, to cover the whole. After removal and the temporary repair, the licensee placed the device into secured storage, along with several other similar devices, in preparation for source removal and disposal. A service provider is scheduled to remove the devices from the licensee's facility in about April 2004.
"The RSO, approved for device installation, relocation, removal from service, and surveys, reported that the device was reading 1.5 Mr/hr, contact at the damaged area, prior to the temporary repair. A similar, but undamaged, device read 1.2 Mr/hr at the same point. A Ludlum Model 3, SN 104500, calibrated 19 November 2003, was used for stated measurements. The RSO took a leak test, inside the opened area. The RSO sent the leak test sample for analysis and subsequently reported the test indicated less then detectable activity.
"The Department performed an on-site investigation on 9 January 2004, resulting in this updated report. No media attention has been attracted, yet."
Notified NMSS (Kokajko) and R4DO (William Johnson)
Power Reactor
Event Number: 40421
Facility: HATCH
Region: 2 State: GA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: GREG JOHNSON
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN MacKINNON
Region: 2 State: GA
Unit: [1] [2] []
RX Type: [1] GE-4,[2] GE-4
NRC Notified By: GREG JOHNSON
HQ OPS Officer: JOHN MacKINNON
Notification Date: 12/31/2003
Notification Time: 16:19 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 14:15 [EST]
Last Update Date: 12/31/2003
Notification Time: 16:19 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 14:15 [EST]
Last Update Date: 12/31/2003
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
10 CFR Section:
26.73 - FITNESS FOR DUTY
Person (Organization):
BRIAN BONSER (R2)
BRIAN BONSER (R2)
| Unit | SCRAM Code | RX Crit | Initial PWR | Initial RX Mode | Current PWR | Current RX Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | N | Y | 96 | Power Operation | 96 | Power Operation |
| 2 | N | Y | 100 | Power Operation | 100 | Power Operation |
CONTACTOR TESTED POSTIVE DURING A RANDOM DRUG TEST
During a random drug test a Contractor tested positive. His access was revoked and he was escorted offsite. The contractor had full access to the Protected Area but he was working outside the Protected Area when he tested positive. A review of his past work will be performed.
The NRC Resident Inspector will be notified of this event by the licensee.
During a random drug test a Contractor tested positive. His access was revoked and he was escorted offsite. The contractor had full access to the Protected Area but he was working outside the Protected Area when he tested positive. A review of his past work will be performed.
The NRC Resident Inspector will be notified of this event by the licensee.
Other Nuclear Material
Event Number: 40429
Rep Org: US AIR FORCE
Licensee: US AIR FORCE
Region: 1
City: WASHINGTON State: DC
County:
License #: 42-23539-01AF
Agreement: N
Docket:
NRC Notified By: CRAIG REFOSCO
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Licensee: US AIR FORCE
Region: 1
City: WASHINGTON State: DC
County:
License #: 42-23539-01AF
Agreement: N
Docket:
NRC Notified By: CRAIG REFOSCO
HQ OPS Officer: STEVE SANDIN
Notification Date: 01/07/2004
Notification Time: 11:51 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/07/2004
Notification Time: 11:51 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 00:00 [EST]
Last Update Date: 01/07/2004
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
20.2201(a)(1)(i) - LOST/STOLEN LNM>1000X
10 CFR Section:
20.2201(a)(1)(i) - LOST/STOLEN LNM>1000X
Person (Organization):
JAMES NOGGLE (R1)
MIKE RUNYAN (R4)
JOHN HICKEY (NMSS)
MEXICO (FAX)
JAMES NOGGLE (R1)
MIKE RUNYAN (R4)
JOHN HICKEY (NMSS)
MEXICO (FAX)
MISSING TRITIUM SIGN
On 12/31/03 it was determined that a (1) tritium exit sign was missing from Bldg. 193 at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico. The sign was last observed the day before on 12/30/03. The missing sign is a Betalux-E, S/N 191736, containing a 20 curie tritium source. To date, three (3) exit signs have been reported missing during the on-going base renovation (see EN #40407). Efforts to locate the signs continue.
* * * UPDATE1550 EST ON 1/7/04 FROM CRAIG REFOSCO TO S. SANDIN * * *
The licensee is amending the original report to show that the last inventory of the exit sign was in May 2003 and not 12/30. The sign was discovered missing on 12/30 and reported to the USAF on 12/31/03. Notified R1DO(Noggle), R4DO(Runyan), and NMSS(Hickey).
On 12/31/03 it was determined that a (1) tritium exit sign was missing from Bldg. 193 at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico. The sign was last observed the day before on 12/30/03. The missing sign is a Betalux-E, S/N 191736, containing a 20 curie tritium source. To date, three (3) exit signs have been reported missing during the on-going base renovation (see EN #40407). Efforts to locate the signs continue.
* * * UPDATE1550 EST ON 1/7/04 FROM CRAIG REFOSCO TO S. SANDIN * * *
The licensee is amending the original report to show that the last inventory of the exit sign was in May 2003 and not 12/30. The sign was discovered missing on 12/30 and reported to the USAF on 12/31/03. Notified R1DO(Noggle), R4DO(Runyan), and NMSS(Hickey).
General Information or Other
Event Number: 40470
Rep Org: COLORADO DEPT OF HEALTH
Licensee: UTAH INSPECTIONS
Region: 4
City: State: CO
County:
License #: CO 1043-01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ED STROUD
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE RIPLEY
Licensee: UTAH INSPECTIONS
Region: 4
City: State: CO
County:
License #: CO 1043-01
Agreement: Y
Docket:
NRC Notified By: ED STROUD
HQ OPS Officer: MIKE RIPLEY
Notification Date: 01/23/2004
Notification Time: 14:36 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 00:00 [MST]
Last Update Date: 01/23/2004
Notification Time: 14:36 [ET]
Event Date: 12/31/2003
Event Time: 00:00 [MST]
Last Update Date: 01/23/2004
Emergency Class: NON EMERGENCY
10 CFR Section:
10 CFR Section:
Person (Organization):
LINDA HOWELL (R4)
DOUG BROADDUS (NMSS)
LINDA HOWELL (R4)
DOUG BROADDUS (NMSS)
RADIOGRAPHER EXCEEDED ANNUAL RADIATION DOSE LIMIT
When film badge dosimetry for December 2003 was processed, it was determined that a radiographer, employed by an inspection firm in Utah but working in Colorado, received an annual radiation dose of 5.035 Rem for the year ending 12/31/03. The radiographer claimed, however, that his film badge had fell on the ground during radiography such that the dose was not actually received. No additional information has been provided at this time.
When film badge dosimetry for December 2003 was processed, it was determined that a radiographer, employed by an inspection firm in Utah but working in Colorado, received an annual radiation dose of 5.035 Rem for the year ending 12/31/03. The radiographer claimed, however, that his film badge had fell on the ground during radiography such that the dose was not actually received. No additional information has been provided at this time.