Section 0400-20-05-.113 - LABELING CONTAINERS(1) The licensee shall ensure that each container of radioactive material bears a durable, clearly visible label bearing the radiation symbol and the words "CAUTION, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL" or "DANGER, RADIOACTIVE MATERIAL." The label shall also provide sufficient information to permit individuals handling, using or in the vicinity of the containers to take precautions to avoid or minimize exposures. Such information may need to include, without limitation, the radionuclide(s) present, an estimate of the quantity of radioactivity, the date for which the activity is estimated, radiation levels, the kinds of material and the mass enrichment.(2) Prior to removal or disposal of empty uncontaminated containers to unrestricted areas, the licensee shall:(a) Remove or deface the radioactive material label; or(b) Otherwise clearly indicate that the container no longer contains radioactive materials.Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-20-05-.113
Original rule filed February 22, 2012; effective May 22, 2012.Authority: T.C.A. §§ 68-202-201 et seq., and 4-5-201 et seq.