216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-40-20-11.4

Current through October 15, 2024

Section 216-RICR-40-20-11.4 - Specific Licensing Requirements

11.4.1Specific License for Well Logging

A. In addition to the requirements set forth in §7.6.2 of this Subchapter, a specific license for use of sources of radiation in well logging will be issued if the applicant submits to the Agency:

1. A description of its program for training logging supervisors and logging assistants and which specifies:

a. Initial training;

b. On-the-job training;

c. Annual safety reviews provided by the licensee;

d. Means the applicant will use to demonstrate the logging supervisor's knowledge and understanding of and ability to comply with the Agency's Regulations and licensing requirements and the applicant's operating and emergency procedures; and

e. Means the applicant will use to demonstrate the logging assistant's knowledge and understanding of and ability to comply with the applicant's operating and emergency procedures.

2. Written operating and emergency procedures as described in §11.6.2 of this Part or an outline or summary of the procedures that includes the important radiation safety aspects of the procedures.

3. A program for annual inspections of the job performance of each logging supervisor to ensure that the Agency's Regulations, license requirements, and the applicant's operating and emergency procedures are followed.

a. Inspection records must be retained for three (3) years after each annual internal inspection.

4. A description of its overall organizational structure as it applies to the radiation safety responsibilities in well logging, including specified delegations of authority and responsibility.

5. If an applicant wants to perform leak testing of sealed sources, identify the manufacturers and the model numbers of the leak test kits to be used.

6. If the applicant wants to analyze its own wipe samples, a description of the procedures to be followed. The description must include:

a. Instruments to be used;

b. Methods of performing the analysis; and

c. Pertinent experience of the person who will analyze the wipe samples.

11.4.2Agreement with Well Owner or Operator

For the purpose of this Part, requirements for an agreement with well owner or operator are defined by 10 C.F.R. § 39.15.

216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-40-20-11.4

Adopted effective 1/1/2019
Amended effective 5/25/2022