Exposure Monitoring: Dosimetry Services
Last Updated: October 27, 2020 2:07:11 PM PDT
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Learn how to add or cancel a user of dosimetry services, and how to request a replacement dosimeter.
- Read Radiation Exposure Monitoring Overview to see who needs dosimetry services, and the monitoring methods used at UC San Diego.
Request a dosimeter
Request dosimetry services:
- Go to Radiation Safety Forms: Research Employees to get a User Enrollment form appropriate for your work:
- Sealed radioisotopes
- Unsealed radioisotopes
- Radiation-producing machines
- Important: If you are required to complete a Dosimetry Request form, you will see a Dosimetry Request link at the bottom of the User Enrollment form.
- Fax or e-mail both the User Enrollment and Dosimetry Request forms to EH&S Radiation Safety:
- Fax: (858) 346-9318
- E-mail: ehsrad@ucsd.edu
See Radiation Badge and Ring User Guidelines for proper use and care of dosimetry devices.
Cancel dosimetry service
Cancel a user's dosimetry service:
- Submit an online User Cancellation form for each employee who no longer works with radioactive materials.
- Mail the user's last badge or ring to EH&S Radiation Safety, Mail Code 0035.
- Do not contact the dosimetry company directly. Direct all inquiries to EH&S Radiation Safety, (858) 822-2494.
Replace a dosimeter
Request a replacement dosimeter for an individual enrolled in the Radiation Safety program:
- Complete a Request for Replacement Dosimeter form.
Questions? Contact EH&S Radiation Safety, (858) 822-2494.
Notice: Refer to the Radiation Safety Manual (PDF) for a detailed description of the UC San Diego radiation safety program.