Is NRCs approval required before an individual can begin duties as a permanent RSO for an existing license?
Yes. However, the licensee can appoint individuals as temporary RSOs under the license for up to 60 days each year without prior NRC approval. To be so appointed, an individual must either be qualified to be an RSO or be an AMP, ANP, or AU identified on the licensee’s license and have experience with the radiation safety aspects of similar types(s) of use(s) of byproduct material for which the individual will have RSO responsibilities. If necessary for complete radiation safety coverage of activities conducted under the license, the licensee may simultaneously appoint more that one temporary RSO. If the RSO named on the license has permanently discontinued performance of duties under the license or has a name change, the licensee must notify the NRC by letter no later than 30 days after such discontinuation of performance of duties or name change.
Related Questions
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