Benchmarked survey of (and solutions for) workplace laser safety regulations in Canada
The proliferation of laser technology has significantly lowered the barrier to entry, leading to widespread adoption across various industries. However, this rapid integration has outpaced the understanding of the inherent hazards associated with lasers, resulting in misconceptions and gaps in knowledge regarding compliant and safe workplace practices. Firstly, this paper aims to identify and discuss […]
Radiation Safety Improvements for a New Self-Contained High Dose Rate Research Irradiator
Current best practices for industrial applications of radiation technology needing high dose rates embrace utilizing self-contained research irradiators for application specific irradiation. Although a stable mainstay of radiation testing campaigns for many decades, the Gammacell 220 has inherent external radiation leakage that contributes to worker dose. The model GR420 by Hopewell Designs is intended to […]
From Medical Physics to Health Physics: Navigating a Career Shift Across Borders
Transitioning careers across countries is never easy, especially in a specialized field like radiation protection. In this presentation, I will share my personal journey from working as a Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) in Brazil’s healthcare sector to establishing a career in health physics in Canada. Arriving in Canada, I faced challenges common to many internationally […]