MARSSIM
Accredited continuing education course on implementing the Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual
Introduction
As more and more attention is being directed toward the decommissioning of nuclear facilities, the need for a standardized approach for implementing the necessary radiological surveys has become apparent. A multi-agency committee representing the NRC, DOE, EPA, and DOD has attempted to address this need by producing a guidance document known as the Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM). ORAU conducts this five-day course to familiarize participants with the theory and implementation of the MARSSIM manual. The American Academy of Health Physics grants 40 Continuing Education Credits for completion of this course.
Training dates
October 23-27, 2023 Register now
February 5-9, 2024 Register now
Please also consider registering for the online MARSSIM course.
Course description
This five-day course emphasizes the decision-making processes involved in the design and implementation of a MARSSIM-based decommissioning survey. Topics include an overview of radiological survey types, the data quality objectives process, selection and application of DCGLs, background reference area selection, survey instrument detection sensitivity, area classification, statistical design of surveys, measurement uncertainty, and performing statistical tests.
Who should attend
This course is designed for individuals responsible for designing decommissioning radiological survey plans, overseeing the implementation of these plans, and evaluating the collected data. It is not designed for the technicians who will actually be performing the surveys.
Cost
$1,995 – The tuition includes the full cost of training and instructional materials in electronic form (PDF). Attendees should bring a laptop or tablet that is wifi enabled in order to download the instructional materials on the first day of the course. A printed copy of the instructional materials may be purchased for an additional fee ($50) if preferred. The print option can be selected during registration. Attendees will also receive a free copy of the ORAU Professional Training Programs Electronic Library DVD.
If you are interested in having this course delivered at your site, please contact Tonya Bernhardt at (865) 241-6620.
Questions
If you have additional questions about this course, please contact the Registrar.