Which manual governs RAM handling regulations?

Which manual governs RAM handling regulations?

• A. AFMAN 40-201
• B. OSHA 29 CFR 1910
• C. NFPA 70
• D. NRC 10 CFR Part 20

Answer: (A)

RAM handling is governed by the Air Force’s own radiation safety framework, which is documented in AFMAN 40-201. This manual lays out the Air Force radiation protection program, including who is responsible (such as the Radiation Safety Officer), how doses are controlled (ALARA), requirements for monitoring and surveys, labeling and storage of radioactive materials, transport procedures, spill response, waste handling, and training. It provides the specific guidelines and procedures needed to manage radioactive materials within Air Force operations. OSHA 29 CFR 1910 covers general occupational safety and some radiation topics in broad terms but does not provide Air Force-specific RAM handling procedures. NRC 10 CFR Part 20 sets the national standards for protection from radiation for licensees and regulators, mainly in civilian nuclear facilities, not the Air Force’s internal RAM program. NFPA 70 is the National Electrical Code and is not related to RAM handling.

RAM handling is governed by the Air Force’s own radiation safety framework, which is documented in AFMAN 40-201. This manual lays out the Air Force radiation protection program, including who is responsible (such as the Radiation Safety Officer), how doses are controlled (ALARA), requirements for monitoring and surveys, labeling and storage of radioactive materials, transport procedures, spill response, waste handling, and training. It provides the specific guidelines and procedures needed to manage radioactive materials within Air Force operations.

OSHA 29 CFR 1910 covers general occupational safety and some radiation topics in broad terms but does not provide Air Force-specific RAM handling procedures. NRC 10 CFR Part 20 sets the national standards for protection from radiation for licensees and regulators, mainly in civilian nuclear facilities, not the Air Force’s internal RAM program. NFPA 70 is the National Electrical Code and is not related to RAM handling.