· Preparing and implementing source characterization and survey plans

· Performing bench scale studies to evaluate possible treatment options

· Conducting nationwide inquiry to identify potential users of sources

· Preparing source removal plans and procedures including H&S and radiation protection plans

· Managing removal of sources to beneficial users

EMS IN ACTION

One of the most rewarding tasks managed by EMS staff members was the removal, packaging, and shipping of a large Cobalt-60 source and several Strontium-90 sources.  As an alternative to land disposal, we initiated informal inquiries to see if the sources could be transferred to beneficial users. We successfully located industrial and medical research users for both Co-60 and Sr-90 sources and avoided the more costly and less environmentally sound land disposal alternative.

Removal of Contaminated Sources

Key EMS Project Managers have successfully managed the removal, treatment, and offsite shipment of many radioactive sources.  EMS has been recognized by our clients for our initiatives to reuse some of these radioactive sources rather than simply disposing of them in landfills and trenches. Our approach has saved our clients money and preserved valuable resources.

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