NORM Awareness (Naturally Occuring Radioactive Material)

Access Safety’s Online NORM Awareness Course will guide you through all aspects of NORM, from the risks and hazards associated with NORM, to information about how to work safely around NORM contamination. Our comprehensive course will explain in detail what you need to know, emphasize key points and test your knowledge retention after each module. This course is required by many industries and you should check with your employer to see whether or not you need NORM Awareness Training. By doing both theory and practical on-site training then shows the employer is doing their “Due Diligence” and they will comply with Occupational Health and Safety Regulations. After completion of this course you will be issued a certificate of completion.

Course Running Time: 1 hour

After completion of this course, you should be able to understand:

• What NORM is (Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material)
• Types of radiation including material profiles
• Health risks and hazards associated with radioactivity
• Safe working practices when working around NORM
• Key Points on NORM:
• NORM stands for Natually Occuring Radioactive Material
• One of the main hazards associated with NORM is the risk of developing cancer
• NORM can be found on many Oil and Gas exploration sites
• All employers are required to show diligence when training employees
• By taking both theory and practical on-site training employees will achieve OHS compliance