Indications of a possible radiological emergency

Indications of a possible radiological emergency

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Indications of a possible radiological emergency (hazard):

  • Suspected or actual bomb
  • Credible threats or threatening messages
  • Device that appears intended to spread contamination
  • Signs of possible contamination (e.g. spill)
  • Elevated gamma radiation levels
  • Medical symptoms of radiation injuries (e.g. burns without apparent cause)
  • Building / area marked with the radiation symbol
  • Results of assessment of a radiological assessor
  • Neutron radiation
  • Dangerous source that is lost, stolen, damaged, in a fire, leaking, or potentially involved in a terrorist act or explosion

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