• Samples such as milk from local dairies and samples from state licensees are analyzed for the presence of radioactivity.
• The staff analyzes water supplies for radioactivity and also participate in EPA's Water Supply Laboratory Certification Program, which consists of analyzing samples for radionuclides and gross alpha or gross beta radioactivity.
• The staff participates in graded exercises conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency for the Grand Gulf Nuclear Station (GGNS), exercising the state's emergency response plan for the plume exposure pathway; review and telephonically discuss proposed amendments to the GGNS Operating License for significant hazards considerations; and participate in discussions with EPA, DOE, and DEQ regarding the Salmon Test Site.

Radon Information Line: 1-800-626-7739

Radon gas in homes has been identified as a national health problem. Testing is the only way to detect radon and prevent its risks to your health. We can supply you with information on home testing kits for radon, and help you locate approved contractors for remedying radon problems.

• More information about Radon and testing

• Rationale for Regulation Changes 2011
• 100. General Provisions (Proposed)
• 300. Licensing of Radioactive Material (Proposed)
• 400. Standards For Protection Against Radiation (Proposed)
• 700. Use of Radionuclides in the Healing Arts (Proposed)

Radiological monitoring reports for locations in Mississippi.

• Radiological monitoring reports

Documents

• Fact Sheet: Tritium Exit Signs
• Employee Notice 935 (Standards for Protection Against Radiation)
• Radiological Emergency Assistance Poster

Disposal

• Notice: Nuclear Model AmBe 71-2A Neutron Well Logging Source
• SCATR: Source Collection and Threat Reduction Program

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Mississippi State Department of Health
Division of Radiological Health
3150 Lawson Street
Post Office Box 1700
Jackson, MS 39215-1700

Phone: 601-987-6893
Fax: 601-987-6887