Course Description
Managing Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) is critical for professionals in industries like oil & gas, mining, water treatment, and geothermal energy. Naturally present in the earth’s crust, NORM can become concentrated through industrial activities, posing potential health risks, environmental hazards, and regulatory challenges if not properly managed.
This Managing Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) Training Course equips participants with the knowledge to identify, assess, and control NORM hazards. Attendees will learn industry best practices for detection, monitoring, handling, and disposal of NORM, aligned with international and national safety standards such as IAEA, OSHA, and ICRP guidelines.
Through interactive lectures, hands-on exercises, and practical case studies, this NORM training course empowers professionals to implement effective radiation safety strategies, ensure compliance, and promote environmental stewardship. By completing this course, participants will gain practical skills to manage NORM risks confidently and safely.
What you will achieve
By the end of this NORM training course, participants will have a clear understanding of NORM hazards, detection, and compliance strategies. They will be able to apply practical methods to manage NORM safely in industrial settings.
- Understand the sources, types, and characteristics of NORM in different industries
- Assess radiation risks associated with NORM exposure and implement control measures
- Identify and monitor NORM contamination using modern detection techniques
- Apply safety protocols for handling, storing, and disposing of radioactive materials
- Ensure compliance with international and national regulations governing NORM
- Develop and implement effective NORM management and remediation strategies
- Conduct workplace radiation risk assessments and communicate findings
- Prepare and execute incident response plans for NORM-related events
How the course is delivered
The Managing Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM) Training Course uses a blend of interactive and practical teaching methods to ensure participants gain hands-on experience and retain key concepts.
Participants will benefit from instructor-led lectures, group discussions, and scenario-based case studies reflecting real-world NORM challenges. Practical exercises include the use of radiation detection instruments, sampling techniques, and exposure assessment. Additionally, workshops encourage collaborative problem-solving and development of site-specific NORM management strategies.
By combining theory, practice, and industry-relevant examples, this NORM management course ensures professionals acquire the knowledge, skills, and confidence to implement effective radiation safety programs while maintaining regulatory compliance.
Designed for
This NORM training course is designed for professionals responsible for radiation safety, environmental protection, and operational compliance in industries exposed to naturally occurring radioactive materials. It is especially valuable for those managing workplace safety and regulatory adherence.
- HSE Managers and Safety Officers
- Radiation Protection Advisors (RPAs)
- Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Professionals
- Oil & Gas and Mining Engineers
- Water and Waste Treatment Operators
- Industrial Hygienists and Risk Assessors
- Compliance Officers and Regulatory Liaison Personnel
- Staff involved in the transport, storage, or disposal of NORM
Daily programme
- Introduction to radiation types and sources
- Understanding NORM: Definition, origin, and industrial pathways
- Ionizing radiation and its health effects
- Units of radiation measurement and dose assessment
- Global perspective: NORM in different industries
- Radiation detection principles and equipment
- Practical use of Geiger counters, scintillation detectors, and dosimeters
- Sampling techniques for soil, water, air, and materials
- Case study: NORM detection in oilfield operations
- Interpreting monitoring data and exposure levels
- Biological effects of NORM exposure
- Occupational exposure limits and worker protection
- Engineering controls, PPE, and safe work practices
- Risk assessment models and ALARA principles
- Emergency preparedness and spill response
- International standards (IAEA, ICRP, OSHA, etc.)
- Country-specific NORM regulations and licensing requirements
- Radiation safety documentation and record-keeping
- Roles and responsibilities of regulatory agencies
- Legal consequences of non-compliance and audit preparation
- Handling and storage of NORM-contaminated materials
- Transportation and disposal methods
- Site decontamination and remediation strategies
- Developing a NORM management plan for your organization
- Group workshop: Building a site-specific NORM safety strategy
Certification & accreditation
BII Certificate of Completion
BII Certificate of Completion Upon successful completion, participants receive a BII Development Institute Certificate of Completion with a unique reference code that is independently verifiable. Our certificates are recognised internationally and reflect successful completion of your chosen programme.
