Radiation Safety

Laser Hazard Analysis safety training is recommended for anyone who will be working with or around the laser radiation sources at Campus. This Laser Hazard Analysis course is developed by the Office of Radiation Safety and covers the basic of performing a laser safety hazard analysis on laser sources such as:  the potential hazards associated and the safety precautions to take while working with these sources.

Anyone

After successful completion of Radiation Safety 112, you will understand how to use and care for the PPE that you wear when performing x-ray exams.  You will be able to prevent unnecessary wear on those important and costly items.

This course is designed for non-human use of fluoroscopy.  You will learn about dose reduction techniques and how to operate fluoroscopy equipment with the safety of both user and subject in mind.

This  refresher course covers a variety of laser safety topics on clinical use of lasers and is intended for personnel who have been previously certified to work with medical lasers and laser systems on the UW-Madison campus. It is an online module followed by a short quiz. A score of 80% is required to pass.

Passing score is 80%

This mandatory annual refresher course covers a variety of laser safety topics on a rotating basis and is intended for personnel who have been previously certified to work with research lasers and laser systems on the UW-Madison campus. It is an online module followed by a short quiz. A score of 80% is required to pass.

Passing score is 80%

This mandatory annual  refresher course covers a variety of laser safety topics on a rotating basis and is intended for personnel who have been previously certified to work with research lasers and laser systems on the UW-Madison campus. It is an online module followed by a short quiz. A score of 80% is required to pass.

Class 3B and 4 laser users

Ultraviolet (UV) light safety training is recommended for anyone who will be working with or around the UV sources at Campus. This UV safety course is developed by the Office of Radiation Safety and covers the basic science of UV,  the potential hazards associated, and the safety precautions to take while working with these sources.

Anyone

Radioactive Materials Shipper’s training is now on Canvas. This course explains how to comply with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other regulations when shipping and receiving radioactive materials.

Most shipping and receiving of radioactive materials is completed by ORS staff, however there are a some groups outside of ORS who require this training.

You do not need this training if you receive all radioactive materials through CORD or are returning expired sealed sources to CORD.

Contact ORS at radiationsafety@wisc.edu  if you think you need this course and if ORS determines that you require this course, you will be given the registration link. A score of 80% is required to pass.

If you have previously taken this course will be sent the link at least one month before renewal is due. Renewal must be completed at least every 3 years, per 49 CFR 172.704 (c) (3).

Anyone who will ship radioactive materials, prepare such shipments, or receive such shipments directly from outside the University (e.g. PET isotopes).

Contact Elizabeth Oseid for more information at elizabeth.oseid@wisc.edu.

Medical Laser Safety Training is designed for those who use lasers in a clinical setting.

A score of 80% or better is required to pass this course.

Class 3B and 4 clinical laser users at School of Veterinary Medicine

Laser Safety Training is required for all users of Class 3B and 4 lasers. This basic laser safety course, developed by the Department of Energy, covers the fundamentals of laser operation, potential hazards associated with lasers, and ways to control the hazards. You must complete embedded quizzes at the end of each section.

YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ACCESS THE DOE FINAL EXAM because you do not have access to the Fermilab learning management system. To get credit for the course, complete the quiz in Canvas.

Before beginning laser work, complete this course, notify ORS at lasersafety@wisc.edu and obtain a baseline eye exam from UHS Occupational Medicine. Call 608-265-5610 to schedule an appointment.

Class 3B and 4 laser users