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  • Page 1 ™ SENTINEL SENTRY 110 & SENTINEL SENTRY 330. MOBILE GAMMA-RAY SOURCE PROJECTOR & TRANSPORT CONTAINER...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

        Routine (Annual) Maintenance Requirements ................40     Annual Maintenance for the SENTINEL SENTRY 110 & SENTINEL SENTRY 330 Gamma-Ray   Source Projectors ............................ 42   Annual Maintenance for Models 692, 693, 664 Remote Controls ..........57  ...
  • Page 3     Personnel Monitoring ........................98     DISPOSAL............................99     CONTACT INFORMATION....................... 100     QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019 ...
  • Page 4 Do not use any components that are not approved for use with the radiography system, or after-market components that may compromise the safety designed into the system. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 5: Technical Specifications

    1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS. 1.1 General Details SENTINEL SENTRY 330 SENTINEL SENTRY 110 Standard Assembly Standard Assembly Cobalt-60: 330 Ci (12 TBq) Cobalt-60: 110 Ci (4 TBq) Maximum package weight: 780 lbs (354 kg) Maximum package weight: 605 lbs (274 kg)

  • Page 6: General Gamma-Ray Source Projector Description

    ANSI/ISO standards referenced below. For easy recognition, the SENTINEL SENTRY 330 is equipped with a yellow handling rib assembly and the SENTINEL SENTRY 110 is equipped with a blue handling rib assembly.
  • Page 7 Figure 2 – SENTINEL SENTRY Series Component Views QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 7 of 100...

  • Page 8: Applications & Authorized Contents

    Table 1 - SENTINEL SENTRY 330 authorized contents Isotope Assembly...

  • Page 9: Operating Distance

    When using 50 ft (15 m) remote controls, a maximum of six 7 ft (2.1 m) source guide tubes can be utilized. This limitation is due to the weight and friction of remote control cable length. QSA Global, Inc. ...

  • Page 10: Accessory Equipment Specifications

    TAN48906 48906 7 ft (2.1 m) male 1-18 threaded fitting TAN67606 67606 7 ft (2.1 m) large diameter, must use with Model 676 and SENTINEL SENTRY 330 gamma-ray source projectors. 48906-X 48906-X Customer specified length 48931-7 48931-7 7 ft (2.1 m) with bayonet fitting...
  • Page 11 Figure 3 – Bayonet Fitting Versions Bayonet connectors shown in Figure 3 are: SENTINEL SENTRY 330 Bayonet - Item number 86062-330 with large inner diameter and 330 Left: marking. Compatible for use with Models 67606 and 90203 source guide tubes.

  • Page 12: Gamma-Ray Source Projector Specifications

    19 in (48.3 cm) both models SENTINEL SENTRY110 Weight of Gamma-ray source projector Type B(U) Certification SENTINEL SENTRY 330 Standard: 780 lbs (354 kg) USA/9357/B(U)-96 SENTINEL SENTRY 110 Standard: 605 lbs (274 kg) Weight of Depleted Uranium Shield Type A Approval...

  • Page 13: Notice

    These industrial radiography systems are used as a gamma-ray source projector and a Type B(U) shipping container for QSA Global, Inc. source assemblies. The purpose of this manual is to provide information that will assist qualified radiographers in using the SENTINEL SENTRY 110 and the SENTINEL SENTRY 330 gamma radiography systems.

  • Page 14: Warranty And Limitation Of Liability

    QSA Global, Inc. shall not be liable for any errors or omissions contained herein and the provision by QSA Global, Inc. of the information set out in this manual does not in itself constitute acceptance of any liability on the part of QSA Global, Inc.

  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    Keep the gamma-ray source projector locked while assembling the system and when not being used to perform radiography. Locked is defined as the gamma-ray source projector's lock is fully engaged with the key removed. Store the key in a secured location. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 16: Operational Instructions

    Make sure that the source guide tubes do not contact any heated surface greater than 140°F (60°C). Avoid any risk of crushing the source guide tube(s) by falling objects, vehicles or doorways during set-up and during radiographic exposure. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 17 Rotate the bayonet a quarter of a turn counter- clockwise. Rotate the spring-loaded outlet port cover an additional 60 degrees in a clockwise direction until it stops. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 18 (preferably behind shielding). Connecting the Remote Control Cable Connect the control cable to the source projector as shown. Unlock the plunger lock with the key. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 19 QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 20 The remote control cable connector is now secured into the gamma-ray source projector’s locking mechanism. Keep the gamma-ray source projector in the lock position until ready to start the exposure. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 21 STEP 4 Projecting and Retracting the Source Assembly Rotate the selector ring to the OPERATE position. Ensure there is no tension/force in either direction on the control cable. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 22 Actual survey meter readings will depend on the source activity, distance, collimators and shielding. The sequence of changes should be observed and the readings noted. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 23 If the source is still exposed, attempt to store it properly by cranking the source a short distance towards the exposure head and retracting it, repeating if necessary. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 24 Place the protective covers on the fittings of each source guide tube used to exclude dirt and protect the swaged fittings. Source guide tubes should be rolled up loosely for easier handling and transport. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 25 As required by most regulatory jurisdictions, security devices must be activated to detect any unauthorized intrusion into the radioactive materials storage area. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 26: Daily Inspection Instructions

    (See figure 3.1) Figure 4 - Source assembly and remote control cable connectors QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 27 The unshielded source at close proximity can cause serious injury, sickness or death to anyone exposed to it even for a short duration. All specific model number source assemblies used in the SENTINEL SENTRY 330 and SENTINEL SENTRY 110 are designed and tested for use in accordance to ISO/ANSI and USNRC requirements.
  • Page 28 The source assembly must never be projected until the equipment is properly connected and all personnel have exited the restricted area. Figure 5 - Cross-sectional view of the sealed source assembly in fully shielded position in the radiographic gamma-ray source projector. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 29 The remote controls cannot be disconnected from the source assembly unless the source assembly is fully retracted into the shielded position in the gamma-ray source projector. The system is designed for safe and reliable operation provided the system is properly used and maintained. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 30: Daily Inspection Of The System

    The implications that affect safety and the importance of the daily inspection must be emphasized and understood by the entire radiography staff. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 31: Daily Inspection Of The Gamma-Ray Source Projector

    This type of masked dent can be felt by the radiographer's hands. Dents in the source guide tubes are the major cause of source hang-ups. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 32: Daily Inspection Of The Remote Controls

    Some control cranks are available with an odometer to provide the radiographer with the approximate travel distance of the source assembly. The travel distance is indicated in increments of feet and tenths of QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 33 Model 550 male connector every five years. Damaged, defective or control cables with unknown origin (non-traceable) must not be used and must be removed from service. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 34 Using moderate hand pressure, attempt to twist the control cable connector from the control cable. If the control cable connector can be twisted (moved) using hand pressure or appears bent or cracked, remove from service and label as defective. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 35 Do not compromise on safety. Always perform a daily inspection of the gamma-ray source projector, projection sheaths and remote controls prior to use. Defective equipment that is discovered during the daily inspection must be removed from service until repaired or replaced. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 36 2. Ball Shank 1. Ball Diameter 4. Connector 3.Female Slot Width Gap Width Figure 9 - No-Go gauge tests QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019 ...

  • Page 37: Quarterly And Annual Maintenance Requirements

    Trained and qualified individuals within the licensee’s organization can perform equipment maintenance. QSA Global, Inc. service engineers are available to provide maintenance on the systems at the licensee's premises or at one of the service centers. QSA Global, Inc.

  • Page 38: Routine (Quarterly) Maintenance Requirements

    If any deficiencies are found during this inspection, repairs can be accomplished at a QSA Global service center. QSA Global, Inc. ...
  • Page 39 QSA Global, Inc. manufactured source assembly, 550 jumper or a mock source assembly (A424-14XL for the SENTINEL SENTRY 110 and A424-13XL for the SENTINEL SENTRY 330) to ensure the effectiveness of the misconnect test. QSA Global, Inc.

  • Page 40: Routine (Annual) Maintenance Requirements

     the person performing the test intentionally or inadvertently pushes the lock slide into the EXPOSURE mode. Contact a QSA Global, Inc. service center if you have questions regarding the misconnect test. 4.1.5 Routine (Quarterly) Maintenance Records Records of all equipment inspected and maintained during the routine maintenance must be recorded.
  • Page 41 If the source assembly connector fails the NO GO gauge test, do not proceed with transfer of the source assembly. Contact a QSA Global, Inc. service center for advice on disposition of the source assembly.

  • Page 42: Annual Maintenance For The Sentinel Sentry 110 & Sentinel Sentry 330 Gamma-Ray Source Projectors

    If the survey meter measures greater than 1 µSv/hr (0.1 mR/hr), contact QSA Global, Inc. for instructions. If there is no measurable increase above background, the sample may be sent to the SENTINEL™...
  • Page 43 The inspection and maintenance procedures must be performed by personnel specifically trained and qualified for this work. QSA Global, Inc. service engineers will service these systems at one of their service centers or in the field upon request.
  • Page 44 ‘Caution or Danger, Radioactive Material’, must be legible at a distance of 3 ft (approximately 1 m). The model number, serial number and Type B(U) certification number must also be legible. For label replacement, contact QSA Global, Inc. for components and further assistance.
  • Page 45 Slowly remove lock collars. Caution: Spring loaded spacers will pop up (Place hand over center of locking mechanism to catch spacers). Remove spacers, rear plate, and anti-rotate lug springs. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 46 Slide out and remove the bridge and lock slide. The U-tool or screw driver may be used to depress the spring loaded sleeve to assist in removing the lock slide. Remove the selector ring. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 47 MIL-G-23827B (or C), MIL-PRF-23827C, (or equivalent radiation resistant grease authorized by QSA Global, Inc.). Do not lubricate the lock slide and sleeve. Note that some types of greases may undergo chemical changes and form tars when exposed to radiation.
  • Page 48 “T” cutout. The lock slide red and green indicators should be facing down. The raised tab of the lock slide should fit over the half moon feature in the selector ring. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 49 21 Insert the lock slide spring into the open cavity in the “T” cutout. The spring will partially stick out of the cavity at this point. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 50 This can be confirmed by looking through the viewing hole in the index ring. Push down on the demo source assembly to actuate the lock slide to lock the QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 51 NOTE: Ensure the red dot on the rear plate is located on the same side as the green dot of the lock slide. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 52 27 Slide the lock collars over the spacers and into the notches in the selector ring retainer. 28 Apply low strength Loctite thread lock (GLU002) to the four 8-32 socket head cap screws (SCR346). Insert the screws into the lock collars and tighten with fingers. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 53 Repeat the functional safety testing to verify smooth and safe operation of the selector mechanism. Do not install the serviced lock mechanism (Rear plate assembly) back onto the gamma-ray source projector at this point. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 54 Reverse the operation to disengage the bayonet fitting. Repeat the function test three times to ensure smooth operation. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 55 MIL-G-23827B (or C), MIL-PRF-23827C, (or equivalent radiation resistant grease authorized by QSA Global, Inc). Insert the plunger lock (98929-3) into the lock cover and align the screw hole for assembly. Apply thread locker (GLU018) to the socket head cap screw (SCR023), install and tighten.
  • Page 56 50 µSv/hr (5 mR/hr) at 1 meter (to comply with ANSI/ISO requirements). 11 If previously removed for the servicing of the gamma-ray source projector, install the source identification tag to the gamma-ray source projector. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 57: Annual Maintenance For Models 692, 693, 664 Remote Controls

    Label the remote control conduits for proper assembly after the servicing. d. Pull the remaining control cable through the 661 safety connector and secure. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 58 Look and feel for dents and depressions in the remote control conduits. Minor dents can be rounded out by gently tapping the area with a small hammer. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 59 Light rust may be removed from the wear strip using fine sandpaper and machine oil. Lightly grease the drive wheel hub, wheel bearings and the wear strip before reassembling. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 60 Examine the face of the connector body where the control cable protrudes and verify that long-term usage has not chamfered the area. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 61: Annual Maintenance For Extreme Condition Remote Controls

     3M™ yellow polyvinyl tape (or black polyvinyl electrical tape) for repair of cuts in remote control conduits.  Loctite™ 242 temporary thread sealant or equivalent. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 62 12 in (305 mm) beyond the male connector looking for the following anomalies:  Cuts, breaks, nicks or fraying in the spiral windings of the cable.  Kinks or permanent bends. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 63 (part number 95010) and then insert a new roll pin (part number PIN024). Check brake assembly for proper on and off operation and verify the spring tension is adequate to maintain QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 64 (part number WSH047) into the back of the molded grip handle body using the 1/8 inch Allen wrench. Install the crank arm assembly onto the drive gear shaft at the 9 o’clock position relative to the 6 QSA Global, Inc. ...
  • Page 65 Fully retract the remote control drive cable while feeling for any binding that may indicate damage to the control housings. Perform a freedom of movement test as described part two of this section. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 66: Annual Maintenance For Source Guide Tubes

    100°C temperatures while providing users with a rugged, water-resistant, crush-resistant weld-joined control housings matched to an ergonomically designed hand crank. The extreme remote controls are compatible with all QSA Global, Inc. crank-out radiographic gamma-ray source projectors. 4.6 Annual Maintenance for Source Guide Tubes 4.6.1...
  • Page 67 (beam limiter) is mounted. Damaged fittings or exposure heads on source guide tubes can be replaced at a QSA Global service center. If the swage fittings are not damaged and are securely attached to the source guide tube, apply a light coat of grease to the threads and install the protective covers over the fittings.

  • Page 68: Sentinel Sentry 110 & Sentry 330 Safety Class A Components

     the person performing the test intentionally or inadvertently pushes the lock slide into the EXPOSURE mode. Contact a QSA Global, Inc. service center if you have questions regarding the misconnect test. 4.6.5 Annual Maintenance Records Records of all equipment inspected and maintained during the annual maintenance must be recorded.
  • Page 69 4.7.2 Considerations of Safety Class A Items Users of the SENTINEL SENTRY 330 and SENTINEL SENTRY 110 gamma-ray source projectors and associated equipment must recognize their responsibilities of maintaining the integrity of the Type B(U) package and the control of Safety Class A items and components by: ...
  • Page 70 Figure 10 – SENTINEL SENTRY 110 Rear Plate Assembly QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 70 of 100...
  • Page 71 Figure 11 – SENTINEL SENTRY 330 Rear Plate Assembly QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 71 of 100...
  • Page 72 Figure 12 – Dust Cover Assembly QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 72 of 100...
  • Page 73 Figure 13 – Lock Cover Assembly QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 73 of 100...
  • Page 74 Figure 14 – Front Plate Assembly QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019  Page 74 of 100...
  • Page 75 CONTROL ASSEMBLIES – Model Numbers 692, 693 and 664 Series SOURCE GUIDE TUBES Model Numbers 48906, 48907, 48930, 48931, 95020 and 95021 Series QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual ...
  • Page 76 OILITE BEARING  66403- ODOMETER ASSEMBLY  PIC-003 WASHER   PISTOL GRIP MODEL  REEL TYPE MODEL QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019 ...
  • Page 77 95038 Spring Duplex Strain Relief 95003 Molded Grip Handle Body 95035-XX Conduit Assembly, Extreme Control, XX = 25, 35, 50 Feet Long 12 13 QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual ...
  • Page 78 REMOTE CONTROL ASSEMBLIES Model numbers: 882 and 885 series SOURCE GUIDE TUBES Model numbers: 95020 and 95021 QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019 ...
  • Page 79 COMPONENTS FOR: Model 664 reel, odometer for Model 664 reel, Model 692 hand crank, Model 693 hand crank QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual  MAN-038 March 2019 ...

  • Page 80: Sample Transportation Instructions

    Transport in the United Kingdom: Refer to the regulations as listed on the ADR approval Certificate. 5.1 Transport Package Requirements The SENTINEL SENTRY 330 and SENTINEL SENTRY 110 are approved as Type B(U)-96 transport packages under certificate number USA/9357/B(U)-96. As a shipper of radioactive material, you must perform a pre-shipment inspection to verify conformance to the Type B(U)-96 certification for each individual shipment of radioactive material.

  • Page 81: Receipt Of Radioactive Material

    Note: For licensees transporting special form sources in licensee owned or operated vehicles to and from a work site are exempt from the contamination monitoring requirements. The radiation survey required upon receipt must still be performed. [10CFR20.1906(f)] QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 82: Shipment Of Radioactive Material

    The contents are authorized for use in the package.  The package is in good physical condition for transport.  All locks and outlet port fittings are properly installed and seal wired where required. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 83 Section 5 under the “Transport Package” requirements and verify the package is assembled as described in the Type B(U) certification. e. Attach a security seal to the package. The SENTINEL SENTRY 110 and SENTINEL SENTRY 330 devices incorporate a seal wire attached to the locked protective cover over the front plate outlet port which, if broken during transport, serves as a tamper indicator.
  • Page 84 Category of label applied (i.e. Radioactive Yellow II). Transport Index. USNRC identification number (i.e. USA/9357/B(U)-96). For export shipments, the IAEA identification number (i.e. USA/9357/B(U)-96). For Canadian shipments, include the Canadian Endorsement Number (CDN/E238/-96). QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 85 International and National governmental regulations. I declare that all of the applicable air transport requirements have been met.’ QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 86: Shipment Of Empty Uranium Shielded Containers

    The outside of the inner packaging or, if there is no inner packaging, the outside of the packaging itself bears the marking ‘Radioactive’. The outside of the package must be marked with UN2909. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 87 Physical and chemical form (i.e. Solid Metal).  Activity of the uranium in Becquerels or other appropriate multiples of Becquerels (e.g., SENTINEL SENTRY 330 = 3 GBq, SENTINEL SENTRY 110 = 1.8 GBq).  Category of label applied (i.e. Radioactive Yellow II).
  • Page 88 International Air Transport Association, Dangerous Goods Regulations. Questions regarding completion of a Shipper's Declaration for Dangerous Goods should be directed to the Radiation Safety Officer. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 89: Carriage Of Radioactive Material

     Radiation levels must be below 20 µSv/hr (2 mR/hr) outside the vehicle to meet unrestricted area requirements.  Vehicle must meet new security requirements where applicable. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...
  • Page 90  Know that whenever the radioactive materials are removed from the transport vehicle at the job-site, the radioactive material must be under continuous, direct surveillance by the T&R employees until it is returned to the designated area of the transport vehicle. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 91 T&R employees returning from job-sites will unload the radioactive material from the transport vehicle. They will secure the radioactive material in the facility’s designated storage area and activate the storage area’s security alarm system. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 92 Packages properly marked and labeled (including transport index) ______________________ Packages secured in vehicle _____________ Vehicle placarded ___________________ Shipping papers properly completed ________________________________________________________ Remarks:___________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Operator's signature ____________________________________________________________________ QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242  781.272.2000  qsa-global.com Operations Manual ...

  • Page 93: Definitions & Terms

    Current equipment requirements require devices be designed and tested to ISO/ANSI standards and pertinent transportation regulations for transport containers. Also known as: projector, gamma ray projector (G.R.P.), camera, pill-box, source-box, exposure container. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...
  • Page 94 The SENTINEL SENTRY 330 and SENTINEL SENTRY 110 are equipped with automatic securing mechanisms that are actuated whenever the source assembly is fully retracted into the gamma- ray source projector’s fully shielded position.
  • Page 95 Also known as: source exchangers, storage containers. Working position Condition of the exposure container and source assembly when in the position intended for the Performance of industrial gamma radiography. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803  888.272.2242 ...

  • Page 96: Emergencies And Personnel Safety

    An unshielded source must not be picked up or handled at close range under any circumstances. An unshielded source at close range can cause serious injury or death to anyone who is exposed to it, even for a short duration of time. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 97: Training

    United States and Canada. Sentinel , QSA Global, Inc. provides radiation safety and inspection & maintenance training at the Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Burlington, Massachusetts facilities. On-site training is available by arrangement.

  • Page 98: Eu Regulations

    (OSL) badges; direct reading pocket dosimeters; electronic pocket dosimeters; alarm ratemeters; and audible alarms. Calibrated and operable survey meters must be used to determine and verify radiation levels when conducting radiographic operations. QSA Global, Inc.  40 North Avenue Burlington, MA 01803 ...

  • Page 99: Disposal

    Contact QSA Global, Inc. for assistance in the transfer of a DU shielded gamma-ray source projector for final disposition.

  • Page 100: Contact Information

    + 1 781 273 2216 (fax) qsa-global.com All goods and services are sold subject to the terms and conditions of QSA Global, Inc. A copy of these terms and conditions is available upon request. All brand names and product names where used are acknowledged to be trademarks of their respective holders.

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