Radioactive Material Safety Data Sheet “Tis datasheet presens infomation on radeictopes ony. This cocument isnot subject o WHMIS requremens For tsfrmaton on cherica! compounds neorporaing this raconucl, eee the rlevart Matera Safety Cala Sheet. Cobalt-60 Part 1 — Radioactive Material Identification ‘Common Names; Cobalt-60 Chemical Symbol: Co-60 or Co ‘Atomic Number: 27 Mass Number: 60 (33 neutrons) Chemical Form: Cobalt metal Physical Form: Thin eyinder of cobalt metal Part 2— Radiation Characteristics Physical naltsife: 5.27 years Specific Activity (GBq/g): 47,800 Principle | "Wax ett Dose Rate Emissions | (keV) | _(keV)_| (usvih/GBq at 1m) Shielding Required eta (p) | 916(100%) | 96 - : Gamma wy) | 1473(100%) | z X-Rays 41332 (100%) am HVL Lead: 1.2.6m Alpha (a) - - i - Neutron (n) : é : “Ware Bata Taian & pcsart, Brerieeatiirg radaion wl be produced Sreldna maybe required. Note Only omesione wih abundance greater than 10% are shown. oko Heath Physics and Racilogca Health Handbook Serta nc, Revised Editon, 1982 Progeny: Nickel-60 (Ni-60) Part 3 ~ Detection and Measurement Methods of detection (in order of preference) 4+. A radiation survey meter equipped with an energy-compensated Geiger Mueller detector. 2. lon chamber survey meter — tends to be less sensitive than @ Geiger Mueller survey meter but is able to respond mote precisely in higher radiation fields 2. Gamma scintilation detector — very sensitive but is also energy dependent, Must be calibrated for Co.80 before tt can be used for dose assessment surveys,Dosimetry Whole Body skin O Extremity O Neutron OO Interna ‘Sealed sources pose no internal radiation hazard. However, in the event of loss ‘of containment by the sealed source, all precautions should be taken to prevent inhalation or ingestion of the material tical Organ(s). None known at this time, Annual dose limits: Non-nuclear energy workers: 1mSv per year Nuclear energy workers’ a) 50 mSv in one year b) 100 mSv total over five years Pregnant nuclear energy workers: 4 mSv over the balance of the pregnancy Part 4 ~ Preventive Measures ‘Always use the principles of time, distance and shielding fo minimize dose Engineering Conlroks” Sealed radioactive sources used in industrial applications should always be within a protective source housing to minimize radiation dose and to protect the source capsule from damage. Personal Proteclive Equipment (or normal handling oTunsealed soures only. Alay wear dlposable goves, safe case personal protective equbment and ekothing as apprpviate othe material hand). No special PPE required Special Storage Requirements: None Part § - Control Levels. ‘Oral Ingestion Inhalation AU (kBa) ALI (kB) DAC Baim) 18,600 7,400 26x 10° Exemption Quantity (EQ) 100,000 Bq Part 6 - Non-Radiological Hazards Prolonged exposure to airborne particles mat result in coughing, dyspnea, decreased pulmonary functioning and respiratory hypersensitivity. Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans SHA Paymissi sure Limit (PEL 0.1 mg/mPart 7 - Emergency Procedures ‘The flowing «guide for fist responders. The flowing actos, incucing remediation shouldbe cared out by quae’ Irelcuote ireaces whore ite treating nury has recut, rst et the nu, second deo! with pereoral decontamination Personal Decontamination Techniques ‘+ Wash well with soap and water and monitor skin + Do not abrade skin, only blot dry Decontamination of clothing and surfaces are covered under operating and emergency procedures Spill and Leak Controt ‘+ Alert everyone in the area ‘| Confine the problem or emergency (includes the use of absorbent material) = Clear area = Summon Aid Damage to Sealed Radioactive Source Holder ‘© Evacuate the immediate vicinity around the source holder 2 Place @ barrier at @ safe distance from the source holder (min. 5 meters) + Identify area as a radiation-nazard + Contact emergency number posted on local warning sign Suggested Emergency Protective Equipment | Gloves + Footwear Covers ) + Satety Glasses { © Outer layer or easily removed protective clothing (as situation requires) L Be ‘This information was prapared hy: Stat Hunt 8 Aseacintes Lt 20 Rayborn Crescent TaN 6Ct Phone’ (780) 458-0291 or (800) 681-4591 Fax (780) 459-0746 ‘Web site: waw.stuarthunt co