What are swipes used for with the Inspector Wipe Test Plate?
Swipe assays are routinely performed in laboratories and other facilities that use or handle radioactive materials. These assays, often referred to as smear or wipe tests, are performed to comply with radioactive material license requirements, assure laboratory safety, and provide information that proper handling procedures are being followed. Typically, swipes are performed to monitor for […]
Are there times when you hear one click or one flash from the LED and see multiple counts on the display?
Do to the random nature of radiation emissions, there can be instances where a few counts are recorded at the same time. The light would only flash once and a single “click” sound would occur, but the reading would display a few simultaneous counts.