Nuclear Radioactive Materials in the Oil and Gas Industry

Nuclear Radioactive Materials in the Oil and Gas Industry comprehensively discusses the TENORMs generated from various types of oil and gas processes and their associated adverse human health effects, effective TENORM waste management strategies, and the quantitative risk analysis. The book thoroughly investigates current knowledge, addressing the three main gaps identified in available studies: 1) Exposure to radioactivity, 2) High volume waste as a source of radiation exposure, and 3) A lack of uniform, international safety regulations.

This book offers researchers, scientists and graduate and undergraduate students a comprehensive and well-researched reference that covers fundamental concepts, problem identification and solutions development. It is an ideal, comprehensive guideline for professionals involved in the oil and gas and nuclear industries who are concerned about radiological issues.

Demystifies NORM and TENORM concepts and redefines TENORM from technical and nuclear scientific perspectivesAddresses statistically representative data of quantitative risk assessment and dynamic accident modelingStresses the need for legislation and consistency of safety standards relating to radiological risks posed by TENORM on health and the environment

1. An overview of operational and occupational safety in onshore and offshore oil and gas extraction and production processes 2. Fundamentals of technologically enhanced naturally occurring radioactive materials in the oil and gas industry 3. Risk assessment and management of TENORM waste disposal options in the oil and gas industry 4. Quantitative risk assessment and dynamic accident modeling of TENORM occupational exposure in the oil and gas industry using SMART approach 5. Management of Nuclear Radioactive Materials Produced with Oil and Gas extraction and production 6. The Role of International Atomic Agencies in regulating and legislation of Radiation Protection and the Management of Radioactive Waste in the Oil and Gas Industry 7. The Importance of public participation in legislation of TENORM risks management in the oil and gas industry 8. Conclusions and recommendations

Appendix A: Morbidity and Mortality Risk Coefficients for External Exposure B: Morbidity and Mortality Risk Coefficients for Inhalation