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Truckers exposed to high dose of radiation

(Canada) Truckers exposed to high dose of radiation during cross-country haul: report
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By Steve Rennie (CP) – 4 August 09 OTTAWA
— Two truckers were exposed to excessive doses of radiation last year while hauling a radioactive device across the country, newly released documents show.

A preliminary investigation by Canada’s nuclear-safety watchdog found the drivers got more than their yearly limit of radiation on a six-day trip last December.The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission learned of the problem when the shipment triggered a radiation alarm on arrival at an MDS Nordion office in Ottawa.

The Canadian Press: Truckers exposed to high dose of radiation during cross-country haul: report

August 4, 2009 - Posted by | Canada, safety | , , ,

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