OSC 2007 Evaluation Report

2007 OSC Readiness Training Program Evaluation Report
RadNET Deployables
Instructors: Dan Askren, EPA National Air and Radiation Environmental Laboratory
Michael Messer, EPA ORIA
This basic 4-hour training course focused on the use and requirements for deploying RadNET, a
nationwide environmental radiation monitoring system, during or after a radiological event. RadNET,
previously called Environmental Radiation Ambient Monitoring System, supports the Agency’s role in
assessing the impacts of a radiological incident and focuses on monitoring potential impacts on
populations and public health. “Fixed” stations routinely sample drinking water, precipitation, and milk;
and provide continuous air monitoring. “Deployable” stations may be used after an emergency to
improve air monitoring coverage over large areas.
The hands-on training covered placement, setup, operation, and disassembly of the RadNet Deployable
air monitoring units. Participants received training in the following areas:
• Overview of how and where deployables will be used during an emergency.
• Health and safety considerations for personnel deploying the monitors.
• Basics of radiation detection.
• Overview of siting and placement criteria.
The instructional methodology for this course consisted of lecture and a hands-on exercise. The target
audience for this course was RSC staff with little or no radiological experience and who are willing and
able to undertake field work.
Number of Participants Who
Pre-registered
Participation and Average Grade
Number of Participants Who
Signed Course Roster
Number of Evaluation
Forms Submitted
Average
Grade
41 27 15 5*
* The grade displayed is the average of the grades provided on the evaluation forms, where
1 = Poor, 2 = Fair, 3 = Good, 4 = Very Good, and 5 = Excellent.
Summary of Evaluation Results
100%
75%
50%
25%
0%
Overall, the presentation
of the course was
appropriate for my level
of experience.
The content of the
course is relevant to my
job responsibilities.
The course had a good
balance of lecture
material, visual aids,
case studies, and
discussion time.
The handout materials
were clear, legible, and
helpful.
The course materials will
be useful as a reference
for my job.
This course should
continue to be offered at
future training programs.
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree N/A
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