Illinois Administrative Code
Title 32 - ENERGY
Part 340 - STANDARDS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST RADIATION
Subpart J - PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
Section 340.940 - Labeling Containers and Radiation Machines

Universal Citation: 32 IL Admin Code ยง 340.940

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 38, September 20, 2024

a) The licensee shall ensure that each container of licensed material bears a durable, clearly visible label bearing the radiation symbol and the words "CAUTION, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL" or "DANGER, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL". The label shall also provide information (such as the radionuclides present, an estimate of the quantity of radioactivity, the date for which the activity is estimated, radiation levels, kinds of materials and mass enrichment) to permit individuals handling or using the containers, or working in the vicinity of the containers, to take precautions to avoid or minimize exposures.

b) Each licensee shall, prior to removal or disposal of empty uncontaminated containers to unrestricted areas, remove or deface the radioactive material label or otherwise clearly indicate that the container no longer contains radioactive materials.

c) Each registrant shall ensure that each radiation machine is labeled in a manner that cautions individuals that radiation is produced when it is energized.

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