Document History of REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents
View REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents
Summary
REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents, was developed to provide death-care professionals and the public with basic guidance on handling decedents who have undergone therapeutic procedures involving nuclear substances to ensure that radiation exposure is kept below limits that have been set to protect the public. Background information is provided on procedure types, the risks they present and methods for reducing the potential for exposure.
Status
June 26, 2018: Published
Document History
| Document Milestone | Dates | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Publication of REGDOC-2.7.3, Version 1 | June 26, 2018 | View REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents |
| Consultation on REGDOC-2.7.3, Version 1 | August 21, 2017 to January 29, 2018 | View the draft version of REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents Comments and feedback are available upon request |
Contact information
For questions and information related to REGDOC-2.7.3, Radiation Protection Guidelines for the Safe Handling of Decedents, please contact the CNSC Public Information team or send mail to:
Directorate of Environmental and Radiation Protection and Assessment
Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
280 Slater St
PO Box 1046 Stn B
Ottawa ON K1P 5S9
Canada
Telephone: 1-800-668-5284 (Canada only)
Fax: 613-995-5086
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