The issue of radiation safety cannot be stressed too much. As stated before, in order to operate the neutron probe a radiation detection badge must be obtained from the Atomic Energy Commission through your state nuclear licensing and regulatory agencies or the federal government and worn each and every time the neutron probe is used or moved from one location to another. Also, to transport the neutron probe in a vehicle, you must have a permit which is available from regulatory agencies. New Mexico State University has a Safety Officer to assist with the necessary requirements for campus users [(505)646-3327]. A wipe test to check for leaks should be scheduled and completed at least every three months.
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
National Licensing Branch
Office of Nuclear Materials Safety and Storage
Mail Stop 396-SS
Washington, DC 20555
(301)427-4002
State of New Mexico Environment Department
Radiation Protection Bureau
Environmental Improvement Division, POB 968
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87503
(505)827-5272
In Albuquerque District I (505)841-9474
In Las Cruces District III (505)524-6300
1001-North Solano Drive
Las Cruces, NM 88001
For detailed information regarding radiation safety consult the 530
DR Hydroprobe Operating Manual 
and the many web sites available. Click here Radiation
Safety for one web site.
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