Land Remidiation
Remediation aims to reduce radiation exposure from contaminated soil, waste storage facilities or other contaminated infrastructure, groundwater or surface water. Its purpose is to return affected lands and water resources for safe public use.
What is Land Remidiation
Taking care of our environment today is a sustainable task for tomorrow’s generation. The Land Remediation Service deals with the exclusive process of removing contaminants or particles from surface water, groundwater and silt. This strategy is done to keep atmospheric pollution and radiation safe. The sole criterion of our land remediation service around the world is to protect all living creatures and Mother Nature from the harmful effects of land radiation. It is notable, however, that the routine list does not include any radioactive material, even though aspects relating to the use, control, and disposal of radioactive materials arguably causes people the most concern, and is more heavily regulated than any other industrial area.
Often, companies mistakenly assume that radioactivity need not be a consideration unless the site has been associated with the nuclear power, nuclear defense, or related industries. However, it is increasingly evident that radioactivity can be a significant factor in a much wider context. As the remediation and recovery of brown field sites has become increasingly important for around the world, so it has for Aurora, and the company is now one of around the world’s leading experts. Our expert consultancy advice and services for all aspects of radioactively contaminated land projects is second to none. We provide radiation surveys, RPA and RWA advice, environmental impact assessments, training, and provision of specialist radiation safety support, guaranteeing companies across the country the skill, knowledge, and experience they need to complete their remediation projects. We strive to deliver on our key service commitments every time, providing the best-quality service and maintaining our reputation as global leaders within the independent radiation protection sector.
Radio Logical Environmental Remediation Environmental
Remediation aims to reduce radiation exposure from contaminated soil, waste storage facilities or other contaminated infrastructure, groundwater or surface water. Its purpose is to return affected lands and water resources for safe public use.
Nuclear regulators and operators of nuclear facilities are responsible for the prevention of accidents or practices that could result in the contamination of the environment. The Bruce Power Metal Corporation’s Safety Standards, appropriately applied, provide the regulatory and technical infrastructure that helps forestall such situations.
If, however, radiation contamination of the environment cannot be prevented, Bruce Power Metal Corporation safety requirements can be applied to remediate the contaminated areas. This is a systematic process that involves:
~ addressing immediate safety concerns;
~ a radiological characterization and safety assessment of contaminated areas;
~ feasibility studies to identify remedial options;
~ planning for remediation;
~ the implementation of optimized remedial solutions; and
~ the post-remediation management of contaminated areas.
To reduce the radiation exposure, radionuclides need to be removed or immobilized and the pathways of exposure modified so people cannot come into contact with radiological contamination.
Providing Assistance To Member States.
In cases of environmental contamination, the Bruce Power Metal Corporation assists affected Member States in their efforts to reduce the radiological exposure to safe levels. Bruce Power Metal Corporation assistance programmes help countries develop national remediation strategies, build technical competencies and strengthen their regulatory capacities for remediation. The Bruce Power Metal Corporation is also extensively involved in radiological environmental impact assessments of former radioactive west sites, areas affected by nuclear accidents and contaminated riverine systems.
To protect the public and resolve environmental liabilities, countries also need timely and accurate information on the safety and regulatory supervision of remediation activities; remediation strategies and technologies; management options; and stakeholder involvement. Bruce Power Metal Corporation supports its Member States through training, international peer reviews, international safety demonstration projects, expert missions and projects that focus on a specific national or regional problem. Bruce Power Metal Corporation delivers these services through the Bruce Power Metal Corporation technical cooperation programme and the network on environmental remediation.
Litigation Support
Litigation Support” help Plaintiff(s) or Defendant(s) within the matter of the pending, existing and/or future Litigation(s). It bargains primarily with the subjects related to measurement of financial harm.
What is Litigation Support
Litigation Support” help Plaintiff(s) or Defendant(s) within the matter of the pending, existing and/or future Litigation(s). It bargains primarily with the subjects related to measurement of financial harm.
Our Amenity Towards Our Consumers
We, at Bruce Power Metal Corporation Organization care for Plaintiff(s), or Defendant(s) in Claims that incorporates most recent or notable property harm, radioactivity introduction, natural contamination and bond dispute(s). Our fundamental basis is to recognize cases based upon the legitimacy of the viable argument(s).Our Case Bolster group makes beyond any doubt that our client(s) are well prompted and backed some time recently the Hon’ble Ld. Court, are helped in understanding the allegation, Laws, profound understanding of her/his current circumstance and help in creating the finest reliable with the standards of great science. We too use our status and may utilize broad arrange channels of specialized contacts to recognize and facilitate the help of broadly claimed pros in areas of building, pharmaceutical, chemistry, hydrogeology, chance examination and other ground(s) as and when required.
Often, companies mistakenly assume that radioactivity need not be a consideration unless the site has been associated with the nuclear power, nuclear defense, or related industries. However, it is increasingly evident that radioactivity can be a significant factor in a much wider context. As the remediation and recovery of brown field sites has become increasingly important for around the world, so it has for Aurora, and the company is now one of around the world’s leading experts. Our expert consultancy advice and services for all aspects of radioactively contaminated land projects is second to none. We provide radiation surveys, RPA and RWA advice, environmental impact assessments, training, and provision of specialist radiation safety support, guaranteeing companies across the country the skill, knowledge, and experience they need to complete their remediation projects. We strive to deliver on our key service commitments every time, providing the best-quality service and maintaining our reputation as global leaders within the independent radiation protection sector.
Our Extremely Brilliant Legal Expertise
Remediation aims to reduce radiation exposure from contaminated soil, waste storage facilities or other contaminated infrastructure, groundwater or surface water. Its purpose is to return affected lands and water resources for safe public use.
~ Radiation dosages, sources, dangers and revelation
~ Radiation security standards, laws and guidelines are entirely kept up by our legitimate professionals
~ Does renewal
~ Developing Proficient Benefit Agreement(PSA)
~ Risk announcement
~ Professional declaration, affirmations, and reaction to a inquiry
Radiation Protection
Radiation protection heavily influences every level area of the nuclear sector, from operational procedures and plans to facility testing, waste assay, sentencing, and disposal. Failings in any one of these areas can have serious consequences for both your organisation and public health, making responsible management integral to the nuclear sector. Many of our RPAs and health physicists have first-hand market experience in this sector, giving us valuable insight into how our services can be of benefit to your company or client. As a result of this, we have become an established provider of radiation protection for the nuclear industry. Our team of advisers, with more than years’ collective experience in radiation protection and radioactive waste management, is committed to providing a bespoke, comprehensive, 24/7 service. This includes the development of radiation protection / radioactive waste management procedures specific to your needs, conducting site visits, providing practical advice and incident response.
We Work In All Three Major Segments For Radiation Safety Services:
1. Site owners/nuclear operators/license holders
~ Supplementary radiation protection advisers to support on site teams
~ Provision of specialist radiation safety training
~ Provision of emergency planning support
~ Drafting radiation safety documentation
2. Third-party contractors that service the nuclear operators
~ Provision of health physics surveyors to support decommissioning/demolition work
~ Provision of specialist RPA advice on a variety of nuclear projects
~ Specialist land and building radiation surveying support using GPS based equipment and handheld equipment
~ Provision of specialist DQO/DQA advice and support
3. Tenants on nuclear-licensed sites
~ Provision of radiation protection advice
~ Support to tenants on radiological aspects of tenant’s safety requirements (TSRs)
~ Provision of specialist radiation safety training
Our refusal to be complacent, and our willingness to drive forward positive change, is responsible for our industry-leading reputation. As the world’s leading radiological protection company, we can guarantee the high standards of quality and service demanded by the nuclear sector. Radiation protection is a concern for patients, physicians, and staff in many departments, including radiology, interventional cardiology, and surgery. Radiation produced through fluoroscopic procedures is responsible for the greatest radiation dose for medical staff. Radiation from diagnostic imaging modalities, such as computed tomography, mammography, and nuclear imaging are minor givers to the cumulative dose exposures of healthcare personnel. Though, any radiation exposure poses a potential risk to both patients and healthcare workers alike. Radiation protection objective is to reduce redundant radiation exposure with a goal to minimize the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. In the medical field, the use of ionizing radiation has become an inescapable tool used for the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of medical conditions. As its use has evolved, so have the cumulative doses of lifetime radiation that both patients and medical providers receive. Many radiations exposure in medical settings arises from fluoroscopic imaging, which uses x-rays to obtain dynamic and cinematic functional imaging. Formal radiation protection training helps reduce radiation exposure to medical staff and patients. Moreover, enforcing radiation safety guidelines can be an arduous process, and many interventionalists do not accept formal training in either residency or fellowship on radiation dose reduction. In particular, clinicians or medical staff that use fluoroscopic imaging outside of dedicated radiology or interventional departments have low adherence to radiation safety guidelines. Fluoroscopy is used in several fortes, including orthopaedics, urology, interventional radiology, & cardiology, vascular surgery, and gastroenterology. As radiation exposure converts more prevalent, a thorough understanding of radiation exposure dangers and dose reduction techniques will be of highest importance.
C.A. T4™ And Genny4™
A Cable Locator (CAT) is utilized to identify buried administrations earlier to carrying out any unearthing work. For upgraded execution, we suggest employing a Flag Generator (Genny) and Flag Clamp.
ALWAYS DIG WITH CAUTION
~ Risk of property damage, death, or serious injury may result if buried pipes, and cables are not properly located before digging.
~ Read and follow all instructions and warnings in the owner’s guide before using the C.A.T4 and Genny4.
~ Regularly check your C.A.T4 and Genny4, in all modes, over a cable which gives a response you are familiar with.
~ Some power cables DO NOT radiate detectable power signals.
~ Power and Radio signals may not be present. It is advisable to use the Genny4 whenever searching for pipes and cables.
~ Do not use the C.A.T4+/eC.A.T4+ depth estimation function to decide if mechanical digging over a buried conductor is appropriate.
~ StrikeAlert™ may not activate even if a live power cable is present.
~ The presence of ‘StrikeAlert Activated’ or ‘CALSafe Enabled’ labels do not guarantee that the relevant feature is activated.
~ Keep mobile phones away from cable and pipe locators when in operation. Minimum distance 60cm/24″ recommended.
~ The C.A.T4 cannot indicate whether a signal comes from a single conductor or from several cables or pipes bundled or buried in close proximity to each other.
~ Call your local support number (available from: (www.radiodetection.com) for questions regarding the proper use, maintenance, and repair of the C.A.T4 and Genny4.
~ It is recommended that the C.A.T4 and Genny4 are serviced at least once a year and have their calibration validated using Radiodetection approved test equipment. Radiodetection will accept no responsibility for repairs carried out by unauthorized repairers.
~ Even if using a C.A.T4 and Genny4, ALWAYS DIG WITH CAUTION.
Network Rail Approval
C.A.T4 and Genny4 are approved for use on UK railway infrastructure for which Network Rail is the Infrastructure Manager.Visit www.pescipantwgc.com to view or download Network Rail’s Certificate of Acceptance PA05/05450.
Radio-Logical Survey
Bruce Power Metal Corporation can plan and execute comprehensive radiological surveys for a wide range of clients including local councils, oil and gas operators and universities.
Radio Logical Surveys
Remediation, refurbishment, and demolition action often requires the completion of environmental radiological surveys in order for your Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) to understand the condition of your land and the kind of work they need to carry out to make it safe. Depending on the condition of your land, your RPA may advise different action, making the accuracy and reliability of the initial survey crucial to a suitable and successful radiation protection plan.
Bruce Power Metal Corporation can plan and execute comprehensive radiological surveys for a wide range of clients including local councils, oil and gas operators and universities. Whether the survey is for planning, remediation, refurbishment or decommissioning purposes Bruce Power Metal Corporation provides a radiological survey package that can include;
~ Desktop planning of survey requirements
~ Initial surveys with provision reports including marked up plans of the site / facility or detailed contour plots
~ Provision of RPA and RWA services throughout the project
~ Post-remediation / post-decontamination surveys
~ Applications to the local regulator where necessary
~ Liaison with the regulators and local Councils around the world
~ Liaison with international regulators for transboundary movement of facilities
~ Provision of suitably trained and experiences Radiation Protection Supervisors
Radiological Defilement Surveys
Government directions require studies of open regions and ranges where radioactive materials are utilized to distinguish defilement and degree radiation levels. Routine studies are an critical portion of the by and large radiation security program in a research facility. Overviews give a coordinate degree of spilled radioactive fabric and can demonstrate the radiation danger of an explore. It is crucial that people working with radioactive materials are mindful of acknowledged methods for performing radiation studies. EH&S’s Radiation Security group conducts defilement studies in ranges where radioactive materials are utilized, counting capacity and squander offices, to distinguish defilement and control presentation to radioactive material. What you wish to know approximately surveys What may be a survey? A overview is an assessment of work regions, disobedient and device, floors, sinks, fixture handles, drawer fronts, doorknobs, phones, light switches, fridges and other surf
What Is Contamination?
There are two sorts of defilement, “removable” and “fixed.” Removable defilement can be wiped off a surface, like clean on a chunk of furniture. Detachable defilement can be found by wipe tests and, in a few circumstances, by utilize of a overview meter. In case defilement is display in huge sufficient amounts and is detachable, it may moreover be recognized with a study meter when a wipe from the surface is put close the probe. Fixed defilement has gotten to be bound by chemical or other implies to the surface upon which it was kept. This frame of defilement can as it were be recognized by a overview meter. Since it is settled to the surface, a wipe test will demonstrate no movement. A meter study may show whether expansive amounts are show on the surface.
How Regularly Must Overviews Be Performed?
A working study meter ought to be inside reach at whatever point working with radioactivity other than tritium (H-3). People ought to study themselves and their work regions on an “as used” or day by day premise. We suggest simply conduct visit overviews of hands and other skin regions, lab coats and shoes amid and after utilize of radioactive fabric to recognize defilement, so exposures can be dodged. Archived wipe tests and meter overviews must be performed at slightest month to month, but may be required more frequently, depending on the radioisotope used.
Radioactive Contaminated Land Management
Aurora leads the market in providing health physics support to contaminated land management, and environmental radiological surveys of buildings prior to further radiation protection action. Our service commitments to you ensure that your reports are comprehensive and that you are kept informed of our findings at all times.
What Study Documentation Is Required?
All documentation of studies must incorporate the taking after information:
~ Date
~ Name of individual performing the survey
~ Room number and floor arrange map
~ Location number, showing on the outline where the wipe test or meter perusing was taken
~ Wipe test comes about counting background
~ Survey meter filter comes about counting background
Training
Radiation Safety Training
Our scheduled courses offer delegates two options: delegates can either come to us, or attend one of our on-line training sessions. Delegates can choose the option that suits them best. We also provide tailored radiation protection training courses, where our presenters come to you, whether that be in the UK or Worldwide. This is a key strength of Bruce Power Metal Corporation; we can tailor any course to suit your needs. Our training covers work with ionising radiation (radioactive substances and X-rays) as well as non-ionising radiation (lasers, broadband optical sources and electromagnetic fields).
~ Tailored Training
~ Customised to your requirements.
~ Delivered at your premises.
~ Can be delivered remotely.
~ Ideal for groups of four or more.
~ Scheduled Training
~ Training that covers all your needs.
~ Delivered at Bruce Power Metal Corporation’s dedicated training centre.
~ Remotely delivered courses available.
~ Ideal for individuals or small numbers.
Get in touch with our friendly training team. We can find the right training to suit your needs Scheduled Courses
We offer a number of scheduled courses at our premises in Oxfordshire and Newcastle-upon-Tyne, as well as offering these courses online. These established courses allow delegates to interact with experts in the field of radiation protection, as well as other delegates that are working with ionising or non-ionising radiation. All courses (whether at our premises or online) are interactive and include exercises and discussion. Our training team comprises qualified Radiation Protection Advisers (RPAs), Radioactive Waste Advisers (RWAs), Laser Protection Advisers (LPAs), Electromagnetic Magnetic Fields (EMF) Safety Specialists, Medical Physics Experts (MPEs) and Dangerous Goods Safety Advisers (DGSAs).
1. Radiation Protection Supervisor Training Course
We provide a one day Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) course. This is suitable for all those who will be appointed as an RPS within their organisation or require refresher training.
2. Laser Safety Officer Training Course
Bruce Power Metal Corporation’s Laser Safety Officer (LSO) course provides the delegate with the required information and knowledge to carry out the role of LSO effectively.
Tailored Courses
We offer courses tailored specifically to fit the requirements of your organisation. These courses can be delivered on site and are highly recommended for groups of more than four people. All our courses can be tailored to find the right balance between taught material and practical elements. What matters to us is providing the right course for you. Examples of tailored courses we have provided are shown below.
3. Ionising Radiation Safety
~ Combined Radiation Awareness and Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS)
~ Employer training for transport of Class 7 dangerous goods
~ Facility Design for Nuclear sites
~ Radiation Awareness
~ Working with NORM
~ Working with Sealed Radioactive Materials
~ Working with Unsealed Radioactive Materials
~ Working with X-rays (including Medical X-rays)
~ Non-Ionising Radiation Safety
~ Artificial Optical Radiation (AOR) Safety
~ Combined Laser Safety Awareness and Laser Safety Officer (LSO)
~ Non Ionising Radiation Safety
~ Radiation Safety for the Health and Safety Professional
~ Electromagnetic Fields Safety Training
~ Requirements of IRMER
~ Requirements of REPPIR
~ Radiation Regulatory Bodies
~ Liquid Scintillation Analysis
~ The Use of Radiological Instrumentation
~ Radiation Protection Supervisor
~ 3 Day RPS Training Course
~ This course meets the requirements of IRR17 to provide individuals with the necessary training to allow them to be appointed as RPS.
~ 1 Day RPS Refresher Course
~ RPS’s should attend a refresher course every 3 to 5 years dependant on their employers procedures
~ Radiation Awareness Training
~ 1 Day Radiation Awareness Course
~ These courses are primarily aimed at OIMs / Site Managers and those who have a supervisory role.
~ Class 7 Dangerous Goods by Sea
~ 1 Day Transportation Course
These course are designed for individuals who are required to prepare and ship a variety of radioactive materials form offshore locations.
Testing & Analysis
A testing investigation could be a technique utilized for looking at the fabric within the research facility.
What Is Testing & Analysis?
A testing investigation could be a technique utilized for looking at the fabric within the research facility. Certified research facility experts carry out the testing investigation within the space of fuel, oils and flying pressure driven liquids. The specialized research facility group gives test reports to MRO’s, Airplane Conveyance middle and Airlines. testing & investigation benefit in india
What Specialize Us
We at Bruce Power Metal Corporation offers a comprehensive extend of in-house and on-site administrations to our clients. As our mastery work concurring to Portion 145 and Distant 145 universal and AERB conventions. We are well- recognized as a conspicuous testing & examination benefit supplier in India. Our explanatory group has exceeded expectations within the field of Mechanical Radiography moreover.
Our Standard Operation Process:
(Actually Happening Radioactive Materials) is the radioactive components show actually within the earth’s hull, comparatively moo in concentration. The particles that contain a actually happening radionuclide, for illustration, potassium, thorium, uranium, radium and actually happening rotting items.
Sources:
~ Fertilizer
~ Burning of charcoal
~ Oil & gas production
Non-Destructive Testing Service:
Non-destructive Testing (NDT) could be a strategy of quality control of materials without impeding their pointed utilize. The fabric/ Material beneath review does not experience any changes in its physical and chemical properties. The shape, estimate, thickness, colour and its inner component remains completely undisturbed after and sometime recently doing this kind of inspection. Gamma or X-rays are utilized by our ability while performing this prepare. From this time forward, Bruce Power Metal Corporation prevalence within the field of Mechanical Radiography is known generally. Our sole point is to supply radiation protecting around the world.
Mechanically Improved Actually Happening Radioactive Materials , when the normally happening radioactive components are uncovered within the earth’s surface through the human exercises obstructions through mining, extraction, and others. At that point the environmental adjust is aggravated and the concentration of radionuclide level rises up radically within the air, which is amazingly serious for well being and environment.
Professional Consultant
Bruce Power Metal Corporation can provide highly trained, experienced Radiation Protection Supervisors (RPS) who routinely undertake field surveying and monitoring and oversee the management of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) work scopes.
Radiation Protection Supervisors (RPS) Hire
Bruce Power Metal Corporation can provide highly trained, experienced Radiation Protection Supervisors (RPS) who routinely undertake field surveying and monitoring and oversee the management of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) work scopes. Our RPSs provide onsite assistance and guidance to site personnel to ensure the safe handling and management of radioactive materials and to make sure the correct procedures are observed at all times.
Some of the common oil and gas projects that our RPSs work on are :
~ Offshore well intervention and work over
~ Diving Support Vessel work
~ Tank and vessel inspection
~ Pigging jobs
~ Additional support during busy periods (e.g. shutdowns / turnarounds)
Underground Structural Mapping
GPR is a non-destructive-testing method that generates an electromagnetic signal, which penetrates the subsurface and measures the amplitude and the travel time of the returned signal. Ground-penetrating radar (GPR) data provides high-resolution cross-sectional https://pescipantwgc.com/assets/front/images of the scanned material. Antennae of different frequencies allow for varying levels of resolution and depths of investigation. The data is very versatile and applicable across many disciplines.
Bruce Power Metal Corporation’s geophysical teams use state-of-the-art GPR equipment, processing techniques and 3D visualisation software to evaluate sites and provide comprehensive answers to its clients’ questions. Our GPR services are carried out by highly trained and experienced staff geophysicists.
Bruce Power Metal Corporation works with its clients to understand their needs and deliver data that will answer their questions. We also have the advantage of being able to draw on other geophysical methodologies in the event that GPR turns out not to be the most appropriate technology. Whatever the situation, we offer our clients a complete and high-quality solution.
Our teams are able to respond rapidly no matter where the client is based. We display all GPR data collected in a georeferenced map to show data coverage. Bruce Power Metal Corporation can also create 3D volumes in which to display complicated data sets, allowing the user to fly through the data and also create slices through the data volume.
TARGET CUSTOMERS
Ground-penetrating radar is a versatile geophysical method. It can be used in the geotechnical field in concrete scanning and analysis, as well as in a range of other fields such as in environmental, archeological and transportation projects.
It is used during the entire life-cycle of a project, from design through to maintenance and operation. GPR is often used during the design phase of a construction project to investigate the ground for geological properties or to identify the location of utilities and buried anomalies. GPR is also often used during and after the construction phase to verify concrete thickness and/or to locate reinforcing bars or buried utility conduits.
GPR can be used to collect some of the following types of data:
Geotechnical
~ Location of rebar/post-tension cables
~ Utility and conduit mapping
~ Slab thickness/concrete cover
~ Concrete integrity/void identification
Environmental
~ Site assessment
~ Location of buried drums and tanks (UST)
~ Landfill and trench boundary mapping
~ Archeological and forensic investigations
~ Map contaminant plumes
~ Water-table mapping
Transportation
~ Asphalt thickness
~ Base-layer evaluations and void detection
~ Bridge condition assessments
~ Bridge concrete cover and deck thickness
KEY CUSTOMER BENEFITS
Partnering with Bruce Power Metal Corporation for a GPR solution affords the following benefits, amongst others:
~ High level of quality – our geophysical experts provide the best available data-collection and interpretation services
~ Cost effectiveness – we select the optimal collection parameters so as to collect the best data the first time
~ Professional reports – discussing both the technology used as well as in-depth results and interpretations
~ Non-destructive technology
~ Rapid results – most of our GPR results are obtained in real-time to allow for the rapid assessment of survey data
Radiation Safety & Protection
Employers have a legal responsibility to assess the risks of exposure to EMFs under The Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations 2016. Employees fitted with pacemakers or contraceptive implants may be at risk from EMFs which can interfere with these devices.
Non-Ionising Radiation Safety
Electromagnetic Radiation
Employers have a legal responsibility to assess the risks of exposure to EMFs under The Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations 2016. Employees fitted with pacemakers or contraceptive implants may be at risk from EMFs which can interfere with these devices.
Bruce Power Metal Corporation has the expertise to help clients to keep their workforce safe and comply with the legislation. We can undertake a site survey to ensure your equipment does not exceed the Action Levels in the regulations. If you work with any of the following equipment please let us know and we can assess whether additional control measures may be necessary.
~ MRI or NMR systems
~ 11 kV electrical systems
~ RF plasma devices
~ Arc and induction melting
~ Industrial electrolysis equipment
~ Medical diagnostic and treatment equipment using EMFs, (eg diathermy or transcranial magnetic stimulation)
~ Electromagnetic inspection equipment
~ Radar
~ Satellite communication antennas
Artificial Optical Radiation
If you use lasers in your workplace, Bruce Power Metal Corporation can provide expert guidance on laser safety protocols and practices to help you comply with The Control of Artificial Optical Radiation at Work Regulations 2010 (AOR2010).
As well as lasers, there are many other light sources which are covered under AOR2010. Please contact us if you use any of the following equipment:
~ Arc welders or plasma cutters
~ UV fluorescence and sterilisation systems
~ UV or blue light used for medical or cosmetic treatments
~ Intense Pulsed light sources (IPLs)
Sealed Radioactive Source Removal & Recycling
Many companies across the world and the rest of the world use radioactive sealed sources for industrial practices. When a radioactive source comes to the end of its recommended working life or the equipment a radioactive source is installed on or in is being decommissioned, the source must be removed safely and responsibly. Bruce Power Metal Corporation offer a turnkey source removal service whereby a source is removed from its installation, packaged for transport in line with the dangerous goods requirements, transported from the installation / sea base to the disposal site for recycling / disposal.
This service takes away the hassle of arranging each individual part of the removal process and gives you peace of mind in knowing your sources have been transferred to another suitably authorised / permitted party, responsibly. If you require this service then please contact us for a quote.
Radiation Shielding
For many facilities, installed shielding is the primary method of restricting exposure to ionising radiation. Traditionally, the integrity of the installed shielding is not tested until the source is ready to be used. However, if the radiation shielding is found to be inadequate or contain weaknesses at this stage, then it is often difficult and very costly to undertake remedial action. We have worked with some of the world’s biggest organisations, and tested facilities intended to house many different types of ionising radiation source, including medical and research linear accelerator bunkers, industrial radiography enclosures, calibration facilities, and laboratories. In addition, we have tested bespoke shielded items of operation equipment such as Hot Cells, shielded glove boxes, shielded work stations and more.
Case Study: Shielding Integrity Testing
The Aurora expert team is involved in the design of the first NHS proton beam therapy facility across the world, providing radiation safety advice to the facility design and construction team. Shielding Design.
The design of radiation shielding and investigations into activation of construction materials, require Aurora’s established and dedicated expertise in Monte Carlo modelling techniques.
Critical Examination
Aurora performed a detailed radiation survey using specialist neutron monitoring equipment in all areas adjacent to the facility – including the 3-storey external walls. The survey demonstrated that the shielding met the design specification for the facility.
Remediation Can Be Costly!
To prevent costly remedial action, we provide a shielding testing service prior to the installation of the operational radiation source. We use a variety of test sources, including mobile accelerators, to assess the effectiveness of the installed shielding and compare it to the design requirement.
We can assess shielding from a few mm lead up to 2.0 m of ordinary concrete, testing accessible parts of the facility, not just the parts that can be checked with the operational source.
Testing at an early stage allows any defects that are found to be rectified without incurring costly delays to the project. The Shielding Integrity Testing service gives you the peace of mind you need to progress your build and install radiation sources knowing that the shielding protection will be as expected.
Our Shielding Integrity Testing Service gives you the peace of mind you need to progress your build and install radiation sources knowing that the shielding protection will be as expected.