Hazard Identification
Noise, vibration, and extreme temperatures are examples of this type of hazard.
What are physical hazards?
This type of PPE protects your eyes from flying debris.
What are safety goggles or safety glasses?
Somone required to be present at all times when using the Irradiator.
What is a licensed Operator?
An approach to safely lifting and moving objects that uses Olympic weightlifting techniques.
What is Pristine Condition or the Essential 4?
The number to call in case of a life-threatening emergency.
What is 911?
Exposure to cleaning agents, solvents, or fumes falls under this hazard category.
What are chemical hazards?
This brightly colored PPE is worn to ensure workers are easily seen, especially in low-light or high-traffic areas.
What is a Hi-Vis vest?
Who is the RSO?
The principle that emphasizes keeping your center of gravity over your base of support.
What is "Inside Base"?
This document outlines procedures for various emergency scenarios.
What is the Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
Bloodborne pathogens and mold are examples of this type of workplace hazard.
What are biological hazards?
This PPE must be inspected for cracks, tears, and punctures before use.
What are gloves or safety gloves?
A tool used to detect radiation when working around the source.
What is a survey meter, meter, or Geiger counter?
This principle reminds workers to rotate their feet instead of twisting their spine.
The type of evacuation required due to a Fire, Explosion, or Earthquake.
What is a full evacuation?
Repetitive motion, poor posture, and awkward lifting positions are examples of this hazard.
What are ergonomic hazards?
Wear these to protect your feet from heavy falling objects and compression injuries.
What are steel-toed shoes?
This principle minimizes radiation exposure by reducing time, increasing distance, and using shielding.
What is ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)?
This technique involves lowering your body by bending at the hips and knees before moving a load.
What is "Dip n' Drive"?
The type of evacuation required due to a Radiation Alarm or Tornado.
What is a partial evacuation?
Unguarded machinery, slips, trips, and falls are examples of this hazard type.
What are safety hazards?
This PPE is required when working at heights above 4 feet.
What is a fall arrest harness?
The DOE/NRC's yearly radiation exposure limit for nuclear employees.
What is 5 rem of 5000 mrem?
The idea of using your leg muscles and not your back to lift a heavy load.
What are "Big Engines"?
The Hospital you call the event of a suspected radiation exposure.
What is Morristown Memorial Hospital?
(973-971-7100)