5.7 Security of Radioactive Sources Used in Industrial Radiography and Well-Logging Applications

This WINS International Best Practice Guide explains how to put a comprehensive risk mitigation programme in place for radioactive sources used in industrial radiography and well-logging applications.

It describes both the risks and threats to radioactive sources, as well as the basic security principles put to use in effectively protecting these sources. The Guide further covers best practices of how to protect sources that are in storage and at temporary sites.

In addition, the Guide addresses how to ensure security during transportation by managing transport operations and how to develop and sustain an effective security programme.