The following was received from the State of
Louisiana via email:
IRISNDT-LA was transporting a SPEC Model 300 exposure device, S/N 004, loaded with Co-60 greater than Cat. 2 concerns, S/N C 60-49. The exposure device and source were being returned to IRISNDT, 905 GA Ave., Deer Park, TX. Texas License TX L0 6435. They were driving in the flow of traffic when the utility trailer, loaded with the exposure device was rear-ended by a pick-up truck at 1030 [CST]. The LSP [Louisiana State Police] and LDEQ [Louisiana department of Environmental Quality] responded as well as the LA RSO and the CRSO who was in town on other business. A field assessment was conducted at the site and then the device was transported to the New Orleans, LA office. Additional evaluations and wipe test were performed and sent for evaluation. It appears that no shielding or radiation containment was compromised. The exposure device is being transported to Source Production & Equipment, the manufacturer, for a more extensive evaluation. All personnel involved with the radioactive source during this incident were T&Red by IRISNDT under their IC security procedures. LA and TX Licenses and other documents were with the device. All radioactive sources are secured at the New Orleans office. No radioactive material was released or determined to be leaking at the time of this preliminary report. The radiography equipment will be transported to a location where an extensive evaluation of the equipment will be conducted. The outward appearance does not indicate there is severe or excessive damage to the exposure device resulting in a radioactive material release. The two carded radiographers involved in the traffic accident were taken for a medical evaluation and released with no serious injuries. Updates will be provided when 'new' information is available."
Louisiana incident # LA1400011