Stralingsbeschermingsdienst

The Radiation Protection Department (in Dutch: Stralingsbeschermingsdienst SBD-TU/e) of the Eindhoven University of Technology is responsible for the safe use of radiation in scientific research and education. Emphasis is laid on the advancement of expertise and the sense of responsibility of radiological workers and students, who work with radiation. The SBD-TU/e supervises the safe use of radiation apparatuses and radioactive substances. The SBD-TU/e provides information, courses, advice and services in the field of radiation protection and dosimetry. The SBD-TU/e is a legally recognized official dosimetry service.

• dosimetry service (for the Eindhoven University of Technology and a large hospital)
• quality control for (medical) X-ray apparatus
• quality control of radioactive sources
• radiation measurements
• assistance in case of emergencies (incidents and accidents)
• education, training, courses, instructions
• information on radiation, radiation risks and radiation protection
• research/calculations on shielding in radiodiagnostics
• calibration of radiation measuring instruments
• measurement of low-activity samples
• research on radiation doses for personnel and patients in cardiac catheterization
• advice in the field of planning, organization
• administration and reporting duties
• preparation of applications for licences

The expert knowledge in the field of radiation protection is available on request for hospitals, educational institutes, non-profit and public services.