Radiation in Scrap Metal | eHow.com

Radiation in Scrap Metal | eHow.com: "Preventive and Safety Measures
Contingent on the level of radioactivity, the three options to deal with contaminated scrap include decontamination, disposal or recycling. During the trade and transport of radioactive scrap, there are also points at which intervention can minimize damage. Better controls at the source can stop the admission of radioactive scrap into the recycling industry. Radioactive detection instruments can pinpoint 'hot' scrap when it reaches scrap dealerships. In turn, additional scanners placed within handling equipment and on the conveyor belt can reduce the probability that hot scrap will evade detection. If radioactive scrap does evade earlier checkpoints, safety procedures must be in place to not only handle contaminated material but also report infractions and prevent future incidents.
Government Initiatives
In concert with the International Atomic Energy Agency, the EPA has been investigating the problem of radioactive scrap on a global level. The EPA seeks to establish a consistent standard with regard to the global trade of scrap as well as implement a monitoring and response protocol. Other EPA measures include an Internet site for scrap industry data worldwide and training programs to tackle issues relevant to contaminated materials."

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