DOE personnel neutron dosimeter evaluation and upgrading program

A description is given of the program to evaluate personnel neutron dosimeters in use at DOE facilities and to develop into prototype dosimeters concepts potentially capable of increasing the level of performance in personnel neutron dosimetry. The program encompasses tasks to be conducted at several DOE laboratories, some universities, and private companies as well as the US National Bureau of Standards (NBS). The program is scheduled as a two year effort beginning during FY 1981. Program administration involves the coordination of two DOE committees, the DOE program manager, and the lead laboratory. The steering committee was established to provide technical support to the lead laboratory by reviewing the state-of-the-art in neutron dosimetry, identifying promising program concepts, and recommending alternative routes of dosimeter development. The Program Review committee overviews the lead laboratory, including review of proposals for technical content and operational practicality. All recommendations are provided to the DOE program manager for final resolution.