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Career Details : Irradiated-Fuel Handlers

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Description

Package, store, and convey irradiated fuels and wastes, using hoists, mechanical arms, shovels, and industrial truck.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Tasks

  • Drives truck to convey contaminated waste to designated sea or ground location.
  • Records number of containers stored at disposal site, and specifies amount and type of equipment and waste disposed.
  • Follows prescribed safety procedures and complies with federal laws regulating waste disposal methods.
  • Mixes and pours concrete into forms to encase waste material for disposal.
  • Operates machines and equipment to package, store, or transport loads of waste materials.
  • Cleans contaminated equipment for reuse, using detergents and solvents, sandblasters, filter pumps, and steam cleaners.
  • Loads and unloads materials into containers and onto trucks, using hoists or forklift.

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    • Consequence of Error
    • Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
    • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
    • Radiation
    • Radiation
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