National training course on radiation protection for operators/users in Category III and IV industrial facilities 24-26 June 2024

The Sri Lankan Atomic Energy Regulatory Council (Council) is conducting the “National Training Course on Radiation Protection for Operators/Users Working in Category III and IV Industrial Facilities” from June 24th to 26th, 2024. Lectures and exercises will be led by Council officers.

The purpose of this training course is to qualify operators and users in radiation protection. At the end of the three-day training, there will be an examination. Those who pass the examination will be awarded certificates valid for four years.

The objectives of the training course are as follows:

To use the training certificate to fulfill the regulatory requirement for radiation protection training needed for appointment as an operator/user.
To gain a better understanding of the philosophy and principles of radiation protection.
To understand regulatory requirements and the international system of radiation protection.
To comprehend the practical aspects of protecting workers and the general public.
To develop a safety and security culture among radiation workers.
To learn emergency response procedures for radiological emergencies.
To learn the correct procedures for radiation protection when dealing with ionizing radiation sources.
To acquire techniques and proper procedures for controlling radiation exposure to the public and workers.
To gain a better understanding of the security of radioactive materials and the safe and secure transport of these materials.
To understand waste management procedures.

The Council conducts similar training courses every year to ensure workers obtain the necessary qualifications in radiation protection. After 2025, only workers who have obtained these certificates will be authorized under the licence’.