Capabilities
As radiological cleanup of legacy facilities continues across the United States, it remains critically important that land and facilities are verified safe for reuse or demolition. The Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) provides environmental assessments and health physics services for the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and other government agencies to thoroughly assess the adequacy and effectiveness of radiological cleanup.
After 30 years, our proven survey methodologies, customized health physics services and the capabilities of our on-site radiochemistry laboratory have positioned ORISE as a leader in the independent verification of environmental cleanup activities. These efforts go a long way in greatly enhancing public trust and instilling confidence in the decontamination and decommissioning of radiologically contaminated sites.
Our capabilities include:
Independent verification
ORISE performs independent verification of cleanup activities to help ensure facilities and land can be safely released for government, commercial or public use.
Characterization surveys
Through the use of specialized equipment, ORISE performs characterization surveys to provide an accurate assessment of the radiological contaminants that will require cleanup.
Health physics services
ORISE is nationally recognized for our full range of health physics services that can help government agencies protect their workers, the public and the environment.
Radiochemical analyses
ORISE operates a radiochemistry laboratory to provide independent analysis of environmental samples collected at survey sites.
Health physics training
Through our managing contractor, Oak Ridge Associated Universities, we offer hands-on, laboratory-based training in a variety of health physics courses.