Methods and Models of the Hanford Internal Dosimetry Program, PNNL-MA-860

The Hanford Internal Dosimetry Program (HIDP) provides internal dosimetry support services for operations at the Hanford Site. The HIDP is staffed and managed by the Radiation and Health Technology group, within the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL). Operations supported by the HIDP include research and development, the decontamination and decommissioning of facilities formerly used to produce and purify plutonium, and waste management activities. Radioelements of particular interest are plutonium, uranium, americium, tritium, and the fission and activation product radionuclides 137Cs, 90Sr, and 60Co. This manual describes the technical basis for the design of the routine bioassay monitoring program and for assessment of internal dose. The purposes of the manual are as follows: (1) Provide assurance that the HIDP derives from a sound technical base. (2) Promote the consistency and continuity of routine program activities. (3) Provide a historical record. (4) Serve as a technical reference for radiation protection personnel. (5) Aid in identifying and planning for future needs.