Radioisotopes - Revision history

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	Please use the following in putting together new entries for the isotope library or when editing existing ones		Please use the following in putting together new entries for the isotope library or when editing existing ones

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	==Isotopes==		==Isotopes==
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	*'''Operating Experience (OE):''' Presentations and case studies detailing lessons learned from real-world handling, spills, and successful program designs.		*'''Operating Experience (OE):''' Presentations and case studies detailing lessons learned from real-world handling, spills, and successful program designs.

			==Isotopes==
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	==Editor's Guide==		==Editor's Guide==

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	===Categorization===		===Categorization===
	To ensure your page appears in the correct lists, add the tag ''<nowiki>[[Category:Isotopes]]</nowiki>'' to the very bottom of your new page to ensure that the page shows up in the ~~category~~ list [[Category:Isotopes ~~\| list]~~]		To ensure your page appears in the correct lists, add the tag ''<nowiki>[[Category:Isotopes]]</nowiki>'' to the very bottom of your new page to ensure that the page shows up in the list with all isotope pages [https://curieatingsafety.org/wiki/index.php/Category:Isotopes Category:List]

	===Formatting===		===Formatting===
	For those like me learning how to edit a wiki for the first time, check out these two pages on [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting formatting] and [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Links linking]. The MediaWiki organization has a large list of [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Category:Help additional help pages]. And of course you can find just about anything you need by searching for "Mediawiki + think-i-want-to-do" on your favorite search engine.		For those like me learning how to edit a wiki for the first time, check out these two pages on [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Formatting formatting] and [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Help:Links linking]. The MediaWiki organization has a large list of [https://www.mediawiki.org/wiki/Category:Help additional help pages]. And of course you can find just about anything you need by searching for "Mediawiki + think-i-want-to-do" on your favorite search engine.

Illirem at 23:10, 25 January 2026

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 Please use the following in putting together new entries for the isotope library or when editing existing ones
 ===Use the Isotope Template===
-Use the Isotope Tempate to ensure consistency and allow other Health Physicists to find information quickly and reliably.
+Use the Isotope Tempate to ensure consistency and allow other Health Physicists to find information quickly and reliably. Even if you create the page and add just one item, it'll help kick things off for the next person. <br>
-[Access the Isotope Master Template Here]
+:'''How to: '''Copy the source code from the template page [[Template:Isotope_Master|Isotope Master Template]], create your new page (e.g., Isotopes:Actinium-225), paste the structure, and then start editing.
-Focus: Always prioritize operational advice (e.g., "Use a pancake probe at 1cm") over raw data (e.g., "The half-life is X").
+===Uploading & Linking Documents===
+===Guidelines for "Institutional Knowledge"===
 This is the most valuable section of the wiki. When writing "Pro-Tips" or "Lessons Learned," keep the following in mind:
-Be Specific: Instead of saying "Be careful," say "This isotope tends to plate out on plastic tubing, leading to localized hot spots."
+===Categorization===
+To ensure your page appears in the correct lists, add the tag ''<nowiki>[[Category:Isotopes]]</nowiki>'' to the very bottom of your new page to ensure that the page shows up in the category list [[Category:Isotopes | list]]
--->
+===Formatting===

Illirem at 21:01, 25 January 2026

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	==~~Radioisotopess~~==		==Applied Hazards Isotope Library==
	This section ~~moves beyond basic fact sheets into more of~~ a ~~holistic view of these radioisotopes~~, ~~their common uses~~, and ~~ways~~ to we ~~can safely manage their use~~. ~~This will include formal~~ case studies~~, informal~~ lessons learned, and links ~~to some~~ of the ~~many great papers~~ on the ~~specifics~~.		This section bridges the gap between theoretical decay data and field execution. While a nuclide's energy levels are fixed, the methods used to contain, measure, and mitigate its specific risks vary wildly depending on the environment.

			This repository centralizes isotope-specific papers, presentations, and technical reports that focus on the "how-to" of health physics as viewed through the lens of specific isotopes. Here, we move past the what and document the way while focusing on the practical intricacies of handling diverse radiological signatures.

			'''What You Will Find Here'''<br>
			*'''Physical & Chemical Behaviors:''' Resources addressing volatility, surface-binding characteristics, and unexpected chemical interactions in the field.

			*'''Shielding & Geometry:''' Field-tested configurations for complex decay schemes where standard "rule of thumb" shielding often fails.

			*'''Measurement Realities:''' Technical papers on detection limits, self-absorption issues, and instrument response nuances for specific energies.

			*'''Operating Experience (OE):''' Presentations and case studies detailing lessons learned from real-world handling, spills, and successful program designs.

			==Editor's Guide==
			Please use the following in putting together new entries for the isotope library or when editing existing ones
			===Use the Isotope Template===
			Use the Isotope Tempate to ensure consistency and allow other Health Physicists to find information quickly and reliably.
			[Access the Isotope Master Template Here]
			'''How to use:''' Copy the source code from the template page, create your new page (e.g., Isotopes:Actinium-225), and paste the structure.

			Focus: Always prioritize operational advice (e.g., "Use a pancake probe at 1cm") over raw data (e.g., "The half-life is X").


			<!--
			1. Use the Isotope Template
			Consistency allows other Health Physicists to find critical safety data in seconds.

			[Access the Isotope Master Template Here]

			How to use: Copy the source code from the template page, create your new page (e.g., Isotopes:Actinium-225), and paste the structure.

			Focus: Always prioritize operational advice (e.g., "Use a pancake probe at 1cm") over raw data (e.g., "The half-life is X").

			2. Uploading & Linking Documents
			We prioritize primary sources like peer-reviewed papers, HPS presentations, and internal technical reports.

			Standard File Naming: Before uploading, name your file using this format: Isotope_Topic_Year_Author.pdf (e.g., Ac225_Shielding_2025_Smith.pdf).

			How to Upload: Go to [Special:Upload] or click "Upload file" in the sidebar.

			Step-by-Step Guide: For detailed instructions on embedding PDFs or creating download links, see our [MediaWiki Upload & Linking Guide].

			3. Guidelines for "Institutional Knowledge"
			This is the most valuable section of the wiki. When writing "Pro-Tips" or "Lessons Learned," keep the following in mind:

			Be Specific: Instead of saying "Be careful," say "This isotope tends to plate out on plastic tubing, leading to localized hot spots."

			Anonymize Data: If referencing a specific event from your facility, ensure all sensitive or identifying institutional information is removed.

			Cite Sources: If a tip comes from a specific HPS presentation or a manufacturer’s technical note, link it in the bibliography section.

			4. Categorization
			To ensure your page appears in the correct lists, add the following tag to the very bottom of your new page: [[Category:Isotopes]]

			-->

Illirem: Created page with "==Radioisotopess== This section moves beyond basic fact sheets into more of a holistic view of these radioisotopes, their common uses, and ways to we can safely manage their use. This will include formal case studies, informal lessons learned, and links to some of the many great papers on the specifics."

2025-09-20T22:36:27Z

Created page with "==Radioisotopess== This section moves beyond basic fact sheets into more of a holistic view of these radioisotopes, their common uses, and ways to we can safely manage their use. This will include formal case studies, informal lessons learned, and links to some of the many great papers on the specifics."

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==Radioisotopess==
This section moves beyond basic fact sheets into more of a holistic view of these radioisotopes, their common uses, and ways to we can safely manage their use. This will include formal case studies, informal lessons learned, and links to some of the many great papers on the specifics.