InstroTek
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Emergency Response
In addition to emergency response notification to the local
Public Health Agency for an accident involving radioactive
material, the National Response Number must be notified within
24 hours in the event of a transportation accident involving the
release of radioactive material, the death or hospitalization of
personnel, or property damage in excess of $50,000.
National Emergency Number: 800-424-8802
InstroTek Accident Emergency Number: 800-535-
5053
Preparation for Transport
1.
Inspection
- The gauge and package should be
checked prior to each shipment. This should include:
The gauge handle is in the shielded position and the
trigger is securely locked,
Confirmation that the shutter block is fully closed by
either a visual inspection or radiation survey,
The gauge is placed properly in the package and
that the package contains only those items which
are required to be present,
The integrity of the package, case, hinge and hasps
are in accordance with the package certificate,
All required labels and hazard markings are installed,
legible and confirmed as correct,
That the package is locked or sealed in such a way
that, while intact, will provide evidence that the
package has not been opened.