Having certified health physicists (CHPs) on staff gives RSCS a significant advantage in supporting radiation safety clients with deeper technical expertise, regulatory insight, and trusted credibility. Here’s how that translates into better support: Expert Oversight You Can Trust CHPs are nationally board-certified experts in radiation protection. Their involvement ensures that all RSCS services—from program design… Read more »
Seabrook, NH July 1, 2025— Radiation Safety & Control Services, Inc. (RSCS) is pleased to announce that Christopher Martel, PhD, CHP has been selected to serve on the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine’s 2025 Panel on the Assessment of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Physical Measurement Laboratory (PML). His appointment… Read more »
As nuclear power plants plan for long-term operation and license renewal, ensuring the integrity of buried infrastructure becomes a top priority. One essential step in this process is conducting soil corrosivity assessments—a critical component of the Nuclear Energy Institute’s (NEI) Underground Buried Pipe and Tank Initiative (UPTI). RSCS has been supporting utilities across the country… Read more »
Consider Compliance, Turnaround & Cost When it comes to radiation equipment calibration and leak testing, your choice of vendor can make or break your compliance and operational efficiency. Whether you’re running a busy medical lab, research facility, or imaging center, working with the right partner ensures your equipment stays compliant — without unexpected delays or… Read more »
Reflections on a Career in Nuclear After nearly five decades in the nuclear field, Bill Cash—one of our most respected colleagues—has retired, closing a chapter marked by technical leadership, cross-sector consulting, and a deep commitment to radiation safety. We sat down with him to reflect on his career journey, the evolution of the nuclear industry,… Read more »
How Often Do Radiation Instruments Need to Be Calibrated? When it comes to radiation safety, accurate readings are critical. Whether you’re working in a hospital, a nuclear power plant, a research lab, or an industrial facility, radiation detection instruments must be properly calibrated to ensure they provide reliable, accurate data. But how often should these… Read more »
RSCS Achieves Record-Breaking Approval for NS Savannah License Termination Plan SEABROOK, NH, February 18, 2025 – In a groundbreaking achievement for the nuclear industry, the License Termination Plan (LTP) for the historic NS Savannah has received approval from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in record time. The approval process, managed by the client, Maritime Administration… Read more »
Lead your organization in safety, compliance, and operational excellence Why do I need to take a radiation safety officer training course? Organizations that use radioactive materials or radiation-producing devices are required to designate a certified RSO, according to regulatory agencies like the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) or state health departments. As an RSO, you… Read more »
Seabrook, NH, December 16, 2024 – Radiation Safety & Control Services (RSCS) is proud to announce the purchase of SaaS application RACER® from Risk Assessment Corporation (RAC). As part of this acquisition, RSCS has established a teaming arrangement with de maximis Data Management Solutions (ddms) for the support, maintenance, and continued development of the software…. Read more »
Baton Rouge, La., November 19, 2024 – Allied Power (“Allied” or the “Company”), a full-service provider of power plant services and a Bernhard Capital Partners portfolio company, today announced the appointment of Mike Little as Chief Executive Officer. As part of the Company’s long-term leadership succession planning process, Mr. Little succeeds Dean Sack, who has… Read more »