Radiation: Radiation Safety Committee
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The principal function of the Radiation Safety Committee (RSC) at Iowa State University is to establish University policy for the safe use of radioactive materials and radiation-producing devices that comply with federal, state, and local regulations. Research projects that involve the use of radioactive materials or radiation-producing devices must be authorized by the RSC. The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) is empowered by the RSC to provide continuous oversight of authorized radiation users in order to ensure compliance.