Title Page
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Document No.
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Audit Title
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Client / Site
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Conducted on
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Prepared by
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Location
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Personnel
Procedures and management
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Has the employer notified the HSE of the intention to use radioactive sources
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Has the employer appointed a radiation protection adviser (RPA)
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A radiation protection supervisor (schools) has been appointed
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The standard operating procedures and contingency plans are in place
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The name and contact details of the RPS (schools) and RPA have been included in the standard operating procedures and/or in the science department's health and safety policy
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For schools in the CLEAPPS local authority RPA scheme, the name of the local authority and the RPO is included in the standard operating procedures. <br>
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All the radioactive substances kept are suitable for use in schools and colleges
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The radioactive substances held are within the standard school holding or have been justified and approved
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Appropriate working monitoring equipment is available
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There are satisfactory storage arrangements for radioactive substances
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The fire and rescue service has been told where the radioactive substances are kept (usually via site manager)
Documentation
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A radioactive source history is held for each source. Detailing the results of periodic inspections and leak tests
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The use log is completed whenever sources are used
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The monthly simple store check record is up to date
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The RPS checklist for radioactive sources and store has been completed annually
Competencies
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The RPS (Schools) is satisfied that staff authorised to handle or use radioactive substances are appropriately qualified
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The RPS (schools) is satisfied that they are familiar with and understand the standard operating procedures
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The RPS (schools) has provided appropriate instruction and training
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The RPS (schools) has ensured that appropriate instruction and training is given to all students particularly those aged 16 and above who handle sealed sources.
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Signature of member of staff
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Signature from RPO
