ASNT Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Practice Test

If your dosimeter is discharged beyond its useful range, what is your next step?

1. Reset the dosimeter

2. Follow company operating and emergency procedures

3. Ignore it until the next shift

4. Continue working with the dosimeter

The correct answer is: Follow company operating and emergency procedures

When a dosimeter is discharged beyond its useful range, the next step should be to follow company operating and emergency procedures. This is crucial because the dosimeter’s purpose is to monitor radiation exposure and ensure that safety limits are not exceeded. By following established procedures, you ensure that you are acting in compliance with safety protocols, which are designed to protect both your health and the health of others in the workplace. This may involve notifying a supervisor, retrieving a new dosimeter, or taking other safety measures to assess and mitigate any potential excessive exposure to radiation. The importance of this action cannot be overstated, as ignoring the situation could lead to undetected overexposure to radiation, which poses serious health risks. Additionally, resetting the dosimeter or continuing to work without proper monitoring could further compromise safety and violate regulatory standards. Therefore, adhering to company procedures in the event of a dosimeter reaching its discharge limit ensures safety protocols are maintained effectively.