Radiation Safety Training
Each individual who plans on using open source radioactive material at the University of Buffalo must be adequately trained as required by state and federal laws.
Available Training
Mandatory annual training for personnel who access radiation posted areas (non-radiation workers).
Mandatory annual refresher training for personnel who use radioactive materials or radiation generating machines (radiation workers).
Personnel who use Class 3b and 4 laser systems are required to take initial laser safety training.
Radiation Safety Training Videos
Performing Contamination Surveys
Instrument Operability Check, Survey and Documentation
Do Radwaste Right
Contact an Expert
Jeffrey Slawson, CHP
Radiation Safety Officer
Environment, Health & Safety
Phone: 716-829-5823
Email: jslawson@buffalo.edu
On North, South and Downtown Campuses
Call 716-645-2222 or
Use a blue light phone
Off Campus — Call 911
UB Guardian — download the safety app