Radiation Protection

Radiation protection is critical across all aspects of the nuclear sector, from operational procedures and facility testing to waste assessment, handling, and disposal. Failures in any of these areas can have serious implications for both your organisation and public health, making effective management essential.

At Energy Solution, many of our Radiation Protection Advisers (RPAs) and health physicists have direct, hands-on experience in the nuclear sector, providing us with valuable insight into how our services can benefit your company or clients. We are a trusted provider of radiation protection services for the nuclear industry. 

Our team of advisers, with many years of collective experience in radiation protection and radioactive waste management, offers a bespoke, comprehensive 24/7 service. This includes developing radiation protection and radioactive waste management procedures tailored to your needs, conducting site visits, providing practical advice, and responding to incidents effectively.

We work in all three major segments for radiation safety services:

1.Site Owners / Nuclear Operators / License Holders

• Supplementary Radiation Protection Advisers (RPAs) to support on-site teams
• Provision of specialist radiation safety training
• Emergency planning support
• Drafting radiation safety documentation

2. Third-Party Contractors Servicing Nuclear Operators

• Health physics surveyors to support decommissioning and demolition work
• Specialist RPA advice across a variety of nuclear projects
• Land and building radiation surveying using GPS-based and handheld equipment
• Specialist Data Quality Objectives (DQO/DQA) advice and support

3. Tenants on Nuclear-Licensed Sites

• Radiation protection advice tailored to tenant operations
• Support for compliance with radiological aspects of Tenant Safety Requirements (TSRs)
• Specialist radiation safety training

Our commitment to proactive improvement and refusal to be complacent underpins our industry-leading reputation. As one of the world’s leading radiological protection companies, Energy Solution guarantees the high standards of quality and service required by the nuclear sector.

Radiation Protection in Medical Settings
Radiation protection is a critical concern for patients, physicians, and staff in departments including radiology, interventional cardiology, and surgery. Key points include:
  
Fluoroscopic procedures are responsible for the greatest radiation dose to medical staff. 
Diagnostic imaging modalities, such as CT, mammography, and nuclear imaging, contribute minor additional exposure. 
Any radiation exposure carries potential risks to both patients and healthcare workers. 

The objective of radiation protection in healthcare is to minimize unnecessary exposure and reduce the harmful effects of ionizing radiation. With the increased use of ionizing radiation for diagnosis and treatment, cumulative lifetime doses for both patients and medical providers have risen.

Fluoroscopic imaging, used in orthopaedics, urology, interventional radiology, cardiology, vascular surgery, and gastroenterology, requires strict radiation protection measures: 

Formal radiation protection training reduces exposure risks. 
Enforcement of safety guidelines is challenging, and adherence outside dedicated radiology departments is often low. 
Understanding radiation exposure dangers and implementing dose reduction techniques is critical for patient and staff safety. 

Energy Solution provides tailored training, guidance, and on-site support to ensure compliance with radiation safety standards in both nuclear and medical environments, safeguarding health and improving operational efficiency.