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Radiation Safety & NORM Management in Upstream and Downstream Oil & Gas
Protecting Workers, Assets, and the Environment from Radiological Hazards in Petroleum Operations
Why Choose Radiation Safety & NORM Management in Upstream and Downstream Oil & Gas Training Course?
In the oil and gas industry, Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) often accumulate as byproducts in equipment, pipelines, and production waste. While these materials originate naturally within geological formations, their concentration during industrial processes in upstream and downstream operations presents serious health, safety, and environmental challenges. Facilities such as drilling rigs, separators, refineries, and terminals can be significantly impacted if proper controls are not in place.
The NORM Management Upstream and Downstream Oil & Gas Course is specifically developed to address these challenges. It delivers a clear understanding of the risks related to NORM exposure and outlines how to manage these risks through proactive safety practices. This Radiation Safety Training Course also provides thorough coverage of legal frameworks, detection protocols, protective measures, and safe waste handling procedures tailored for the petroleum industry.
Participants will explore internationally recognized standards and local regulations while learning to embed radiation safety within day-to-day operations. This course is critical for oil and gas professionals committed to reducing liability, maintaining compliance, and strengthening the overall culture of safety across both upstream and downstream sectors.
What are the Goals?
By completing this NORM Management Training Course, participants will be able to:
- Understand how NORM originates and behaves in petroleum industry operations
- Identify potential radiological hazards in oil and gas settings
- Carry out radiation risk assessments and apply relevant control measures
- Ensure full compliance with national and international regulatory frameworks
- Use appropriate tools to detect, measure, and monitor NORM exposure levels
- Manage contaminated materials and equipment following approved disposal protocols
- Promote a radiation safety culture focused on continuous improvement and accountability
Who is this Training Course for?
This Radiation Safety Training Course is designed for:
- HSE Managers and Safety Officers
- Drilling and Production Engineers
- Radiation Protection Officers
- Facility and Operations Supervisors
- Environmental and Waste Management Experts
- Regulatory and Compliance Officers
- Industrial Hygienists
- Maintenance and Inspection Technicians
How will this Training Course be Presented?
The NORM Management Training Course is delivered through a dynamic and engaging approach, combining theoretical insights with practical learning. Instruction includes expert-led presentations, group-based discussions, case analysis, and scenario-based exercises to ensure knowledge retention and real-world application.
The Course Content
- Basics of ionizing radiation and radioactive decay
- Classification and properties of NORM
- How and where NORM forms in oil & gas processes
- Common NORM isotopes in oil and gas: Radium-226, Radium-228, Lead-210, Polonium-210
- Real-world examples of NORM issues in upstream and downstream operations
- Introduction to international standards and guidelines (IAEA, IOGP, etc.)
- Biological effects of radiation exposure on workers
- Environmental impacts of NORM release or mismanagement
- Radiological risk assessment: pathways, dose limits, and exposure scenarios
- Principles of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
- Detection and monitoring tools: gamma survey meters, dosimeters, sample collection
- Interpreting NORM survey data and radiation mapping
- International regulatory frameworks (IAEA, ICRP, IOGP)
- Country-specific regulations: permits, licensing, thresholds
- Responsibilities of license holders and operators
- Record-keeping and reporting obligations
- Worker training and rights under radiation protection laws
- Communication with regulators and stakeholders
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and protective measures in NORM zones
- Engineering and administrative controls
- Handling, transport, and storage of contaminated materials and equipment
- Decontamination processes: chemical, mechanical, and procedural
- Waste categorization, packaging, and disposal routes
- Case study: Decommissioning NORM-contaminated facilities
- Integrating radiation safety into HSE management systems
- Conducting site-specific NORM safety audits and gap assessments
- Developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for NORM tasks
- Emergency preparedness and response planning for radiation incidents
- Training and communicating with frontline personnel
- Final group exercise: Designing a site-specific NORM management plan
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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