NRRPT Regulatory Compliance & Documentation 2

Question 1

Under 10 CFR 20, what is the NRC-required minimum frequency for reviewing and updating a facility's Radiation Protection Program?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

10 CFR 20.1101 requires licensees to review the Radiation Protection Program's content and implementation at least annually.

Question 2

A 'Notice to Workers' (NRC Form 3) must be posted in a location where it is:

Accepted Answer

Accessible to all workers during normal working hours

Answer

10 CFR 19.11 requires NRC Form 3 to be posted conspicuously where workers can see it during working hours.

Question 3

Which NRC regulation governs the requirements for posting radiation areas, high radiation areas, and airborne radioactivity areas?

Accepted Answer

10 CFR 20 Subpart J

Answer

10 CFR 20 Subpart J specifically addresses posting requirements for radiation areas, controlled areas, and airborne radioactivity areas.

Question 4

When a licensee discovers that an individual received a dose exceeding an occupational limit, the NRC must be notified no later than:

Accepted Answer

Within 24 hours by phone, followed by written report within 30 days

Answer

10 CFR 20.2202 requires immediate telephone notification within 24 hours and a written report within 30 days for doses exceeding occupational limits.

Question 5

Under DOE O 231.1B, Occurrence Reporting, which category requires notification to DOE Operations Center within 1 hour?

Accepted Answer

Emergency

Answer

DOE O 231.1B classifies Emergencies as the highest severity level requiring immediate 1-hour notification to the DOE Operations Center.

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