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panel consists of five main working groups who share their
knowledge in their via the Panel. The groups are:
Working
Group
on Microbiology
Chair: Mr
John Harries - Isotron
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The Microbiology
Group consists of representatives from suppliers and users
of radiation services and from regulatory bodies.
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Working
Group
on Dosimetry
Chair:
Dr
Peter Sharpe - NPL
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The Dosimetry
Group provides a focal point for the discussion of dosimetry
and related issues of concern to Members: The group regularly
runs dosimetry training courses and also aims to assist
Members in resolving specific dosimetry problems.
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Working
Group
on Plant Operation & Safety
Chair:
Mr
Richard Palmowski - Isotron
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Known as the
Plant Operators Group, it brings together people who,
by their daily practical experience of running irradiators,
share their knowledge to the benefit of the whole group.
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Working Group on Modelling
Chair: Dr Chris Pyne - REVISS Services
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The Modelling Group's principle objective is to further the use of modelling techniques within the irradiation industry, with particular focus on Europe. Regular meetings are held to discuss and progress projects in order to lower perceived barriers of entry into modelling
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Working Group on Food Irradiation
Chair: Dr Cathie Deeley - REVISS Services
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The Food Irradiation Group consists of members from mainland Europe and the UK, working to promote harmonised good practice in the irradiation of food products. Members meet to develop feedback to their national standards bodies on new international standards on food irradiation.
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The Irradiation
Panel maintains active working links with related organisations
with the aim of developing common positions on matters of
mutual interest. These include:
iiA - International Irradiation Association
AAMI - Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation
ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials
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