Introduction to Instrument Calibration.
Course Length: 8 hours
Introduction to Instrument Calibration is a one-day course on considerations for calibrating instrumentation used for industrial radiography operations.
Course topics include: principals of detection, time/distance/shielding, review of ANSI recommendations, NRC/Agreement State regulations, inspection and maintenance of instrument prior to calibration, introduction to Cs-137 calibrators, calibration records, and shipping and storage of Cs-137 calibrators.
This course includes a laboratory session where attendees calibrate survey meters, direct-reading pocket dosimeters, EPDs, and alarm rate-meters using a Cs-137 calibrator.
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What are the course prerequisites?
Basic radiation safety training (40 hours) for radiographers is required before attending this course.
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Who is this course for?
Individuals participating in the field of radiography who desire to perform Cs-137 calibration of radiation measurement instruments.
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What will I be able to do after this course?
Understand and perform the key points of maintenance and calibration of radiography radiation measurement instruments.
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Who provides the training?
A trainer approved by QSA Global, Inc.'s Radiation Protection & General Safety Committee with multiple years of experience in radiographic operations.
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What course materials & equipment is provided?
QSA Global, Inc. Product manuals, equipment, tools, cleaners, and other miscellaneous materials will be provided for student use.
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How will I be tested?
Written quiz followed by question and answer review.
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What is the cancellation policy?
QSA Global, Inc. has a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel your course with less than 24 hours’ notice, you will be charged 25% of your course fee.
Course Dates & Locations
| Date | Location | Notes | Register |
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| Jul 21, 2026 | La Porte, TX | Register | |
| Nov 11, 2026 | La Porte, TX | Register |