The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) protects the health, safety and security of Canadians as well as the environment, and respects Canada's international commitments on the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

CANADIAN INDUSTRIAL RADIOGRAPHY SAFETY ASSOCIATION 

CIRSA Mission Statement To be the leading radiation safety advocacy group and source of communication for the industrial radiography industry. This is achieved by promoting a strong radiation safety culture, member support, radiation safety awareness, providing direction and fostering cooperative working relationships with regulatory bodies, while at the same time, maintaining a common voice for the industry.

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On a journey to be recognized as Canada’s premier polytechnic, SAIT is renowned for its training expertise spanning the trades through to applied degrees. Curriculum development is supported by partnerships with business and industry to ensure graduates have the skills and knowledge required in the workplace. SAIT Polytechnic is developing a forceful presence in the burgeoning field of applied research and technology commercialization.  Education and training are enhanced through applied research, technology transfer and innovation activities. SAIT conducts applied research based on identified industry need aimed at specific commercial objectives.  SAIT students don’t just learn about things, they learn how to do things.

Corie Doyle is the principal consultant for Absolute Radiography Consulting Limited. Here are a few details about the organization. 

Our Clients: Our clients vary in size and in the type of devices they use. They operate in some of the most challenging work environments in the world. They are Industrial Radiographers, Portable Nuclear Gauge Users, and Well Service Companies. We have become the premier specialized radiation safety compliance consulting firm in Western Canada. 

Our Background: Corie began her career as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in BC's Lower Mainland. She then worked for MDS Nordion at their VanOps office at the TRIUMF facility in Vancouver, BC. She most recently worked for the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. She was an Inspector for Industrial, Medical and Academic users of radioactive material and then the Licensing Specialist for all English-speaking Industrial Radiography licensees in Canada. 

Our Training: Corie is a graduate of the Nuclear Medicine Technology program at BCIT. She has received External Lead Auditor training from QMI and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) training from TapRooT®. We generally adhere to ISO methods of auditing when performing assessments, either in the field or in the office.