The goal of the Radiation Safety program of the University
of Georgia is to keep radiation exposure to University personnel,
members of the public, and the environment As Low As Reasonably
Achievable (ALARA) and in compliance with state and federal
regulations.
The ALARA concept dictates that we implement safety measures
that are commensurate with the level of risk presented by
the radiation hazard. This risk may be minimized by education
and the application of appropriate radiological controls.
The Radiation Safety Committee has the responsibility and
authority to establish radiation safety policies. These
policies must achieve adequate safety, satisfy regulatory
requirements, and should maintain harmonious support of
the teaching, research, and service missions of the University.
The Radiation Safety staff will strive to ensure that these
policies are implemented in a safe and efficient manner.
Each radiation worker has the responsibility for compliance
with the policies provided in order to keep his or her own
radiation exposure ALARA.
