Prepare engineering equipment for use in a radiation or contamination controlled environment
Overview
This standard covers the competence required to prepare equipment for engineering activities within a radiation or contamination controlled area as defined in current Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRRs).
This standard deals with the following:
- Prepare engineering equipment for use in a radiation or contamination controlled environment
During this work you must take account of the relevant worksite operational requirements, procedures and safe working practices AS THEY APPLY TO YOU.
The activity is likely to be undertaken by someone working in a Nuclear Decommissioning environment.
Performance criteria
You must be able to:
P1 work safely at all times, complying with health and safety and other relevant regulations and guidelines
P2 follow and make appropriate use of the specifications for the product or asset being checked
P3 use all the correct tools and inspection equipment and check that they are in use-able condition
P4 carry out the checks in an appropriate sequence using approved methods and procedures
P5 identify and assess any defects or variations from the specification and take appropriate action
P6 report completion of compliance activities in line with organisational procedures
Knowledge and Understanding
You need to know and understand:
K1 health and safety legislation, regulations and safe working practices and procedures
K2 equipment preparation methods and procedures
K3 types of equipment and tools
K4 the service supply and connection procedures
K5 tool and equipment care and control procedures
K6 reporting lines and procedures
Scope/range
The following terms have a specific meaning in this unit:
Equipment
• Portable and hand tools used in the decommissioning of plant, structures
and equipment
• Equipment needed to enable the control of radioactive waste
• Tools used in erecting and dismantling structures used to provide access
and protection while work is carried out
Procedures to be followed
• Changing settings or the calibration of equipment
• Routine checks on condition, operation and safety