Online radiation protection training

Ionactive is excited to bring our acclaimed radiation protection training online, giving you on demand 24/7 access to multimedia course content wherever you are, whenever you need it. Our courses range from online Radiation Protection Supervisor (RPS) training, RPS Refresher courses, industry-specific awareness refreshers , CBRN (Radiological and Nuclear) contingency courses and international Radiation Protection Officer (RPO) training. Employers now require flexible course delivery so employees can fit training around their day job (incl. WFH).

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Immersive and interactive online content

Ionactive's online radiation safety training courses are designed and written by Mark Ramsay, a highly-experienced Radiation Protection Adviser (RPA) and certificated radiation safety trainer. Mark has considerable knowledge across a variety of sectors, both in the UK and overseas.

Online courses are rich in multimedia providing engaging on demand content, whilst incorporating the latest regulatory requirements. You'll learn through a mix of text, diagrams, audio commentary, images, short videos, animation, interactive mini-quizzes and interactive widgets. The widgets are especially useful, allowing the delegate to interact with the training app (a virtual 'hands on' experience).

Recent feedback: 'Industrial Radiographer. After initial doubts about the course (we seem to stick to the norm PCN, TWI) I reached out to Mark with questions, and after several emails, he put all my doubts to rest. This course is fantastic and I can't recommend it enough. Living in the Netherlands also means flying back to the UK becomes an expensive hobby to keep recertifying. Before you think about recertifying for RPS, ARS, or BRS please get in touch with Mark. 10/10' [CC, online RPS training course, August 2024].

Course content examples

Mark Ramsay very excited about an X-Ray Machine (video frame capture)

Mark Ramsay using a cup of coffee to explain the interanl radiation hazard

Mark Ramsay - using a cup of coffee to explain the internal radiation hazard (video frame capture)

RPS Course Module 1 Section 1 Dont panic

Mark Ramsay - neither the maths or physics is a big deal. So don't panic ! (training application image)

Visualising half-life as applied to radioactive decay – get counting (training application image)

RPS Course Module 1 Section 2 X ray example

A nice gentle introduction to the x-ray tube (training application image)

Development of ALARP from early UK health and safety cases (training application image)

Mark Ramsay finding things radioactive around the house (video frame capture)

RPS Course Module 8 Section 2 Local Rules need to be local

The size and scope of local rules should be proportional to the radiation risks and mitigation measures

Mark Ramsay takes you on a flight around the UK and talks cosmic radiation (video frame capture)

RPS Course Module 1 Section 4 x ray equ dose

Introduction to radiation dose units. Knowing what you don't need to know (training application image)

Mark Ramsay explaining why a banana a day keeps the K 40 at bay

A banana a day keeps the K-40 at bay - all RPS courses need a banana (video frame capture)

Mark Ramsay explaining the concept of "trashing out" and "getting your fingers burnt" - 1980s style (video frame capture)

Mark Ramsay why are you exposed to radioactive Po 210 when smoking

Why you are exposed to radioactive Po-210 when you smoke! (video frame capture)

Mark Ramsay Practical Radiation Protection module 4 Time intro

Mark Ramsay explaining the concept of protection by minimising exposure time - uses and limitation (video frame capture)

Mark Ramsay explaining internal dosimetry beer and tritium

Mark Ramsay explaining the concept of internal dosimetry - the "P Pot" (video frame capture)

RPS Course Module 1 Section 9 Medical linac exaample

A quick tour through some x-ray generators – radiotherapy (training application image)

RPS Course Module 10 Section 1 Non radiation accidents

Contingency plans - when they are needed, and when they are not (training application image)

Video of Josh showing showing monitor count rate

RPS refresher: Josh explaining CPS and dose rate response from a test source (video frame capture)

RPS refresher: Interactive ALARP widget - putting theory into practice (training interactive widget)

Video of Mark refeshing the concept of radiation protection by distance

RPS refresher: Mark Ramsay refreshing the radiation protection by distance concept (video frame capture)

RPS refresher: Mol refreshing the concept of ALARP (animation frame capture)

RPS refresher: The importance of handover and handback of controlled areas (training application image)

RPS refresher: RPS refresher update on HSE radiation protection related inspections (training application image)

The slides are just a tiny selection of what you will find on our courses. Mark Ramsay has delivered face to face training over many years and the videos and other resource are designed to bring that live experience online 24/7. Interaction is a key part of our courses - try out some of the interactive radiation protection widgets on our website public pages!

Need a more in-depth description of how our training system works? We have prepared a number of online training blog articles to take prospective and signed up delegates through every part of the learning process. This resource also includes a troubleshooting guide in the unlikely event that you have login or other access issues.

Why learn online with Ionactive?

Learn at a time to suit you - on demand access 24/7
Take the course at your pace - all in one go, an hour a night, or however you like (save progress and return another day)
Engaging, visual and interactive online course material
Regular checks on progress via interactive quizzes and puzzles
End of course test with multiple-choice and written questions
Certificate of achievement (automatically issued upon achieving a successful pass)
Direct messaging platform with course tutor Mark Ramsay for queries support
On-going access to quality learning resource after course is complete (3 years)
An RPS refresher course also available to update training

How to enrol on a course

Course enrolment is quick, simple and can be done entirely online

Choose a course that you'd like to enrol on
Add the course to your basket
If you don't have an account already, you'll be prompted to register at checkout
Purchase your course with our secure payment gateway
You'll receive an email confirming your course purchase and link to your course
Start learning online straight away!
If you prefer not to use a credit card - select 'Purchase Order', we will set up your account manually

The best learning experience

Our online training platform has been custom-built using the latest digital technologies to ensure we give you the best learning experience possible. It works best on modern devices and up-to-date browsers. You can even learn on your mobile, we just recommend you keep it in portrait mode.

Courses are being constantly updated - after completing course delegates are welcome to access latest content since training material remains current at all times.

Be proud of your RPS radiation safety course achievement certificate and access online (or download) at any time.

What people think of Ionactive’s Online radiation protection training

Well done on the course, I thought it worked very well and it's good to have something that you can pick up when you have time.

– (JD) online RPS training - January 2021 [Medical Delegate] -

Thanks Mark. Really good course given the dry subject :)

– NS - online RPS training course delegate - October 2020 -

Main objective was to understand radioactive materials better and you have certainly fulfilled this for me. Excellent content and well delivered. Thank you.

– (AC) online RPS training - December 2020 [Transport Delegate] -

Thanks Mark. Just wanted to say I really enjoyed the course, it was really well presented throughout and kept me engaged!

– (TD) online RPS training - December 2020 [Medical Delegate] -

Great course. Definitely took me 5 days not 2 though!! Mark always helpful and prompt when support required. Definitely recommend this course.

– (LP) online RPS training - December 2020 [Medical Delegate] -

I found material very well presented and helpful, legislation is bit dry but it is what it is. I enjoyed this course. It's definitely the best ever online course I have done.

– (ZB) online RPS training - January 2021 [Medical Delegate] -

I really enjoyed this course. It was very thorough and taught me lots of things that have not been in previous RPS courses that I have attended

– (JH) online RPS training - September 2021 [Research Delegate] -

Very good online environment. Well thought out structure to assist engagement and relatability. Will recommend to other colleagues. Thank you!

– (MP) online RPS training - September 2021 [Medical Delegate] -

Dear Ionactive Team, Thank you for an interesting and informative RPS course which I found both challenging and fun in equal measure - a rare combination indeed!

– (JB) online RPS training - September 2021 [Medical Delegate] -

Very easy to use, and incredibly interesting!

– (WDP) online RPS training - December 2021 [A-Level Student] -

Hi Mark, Absolutely excellent course. Content was very comprehensive and the presentation works very well.

– (PR) online RPS training - December 2021 [Industry Delegate] -

Cheers Mark, great course and definitely one I’ll be recommending

– (SJ) online RPS training - December 2022 [Industry Radiography Delegate] -

Really great course, user friendly & easy to navigate through modules when you want a refresher. I found the course content interesting and would recommend.

– (KW) online RPS training - July 2023 [Medical Radiographer Delegate] -

Thanks Mark. Very well organised and structured course.

– (RC) online RPS training - September 2023 [Museums / Research] -

Hi Mark Excellent course. Very informative. Kind Regards.

– (NL) online RPS training - September 2023 [Medical - NHS delegate] -

Absolutely well done course! Mark explains everything in a way that is both interactive and interesting. Really enjoyed and it's been probably one of the best online courses I've done! Mark also replied to questions very quickly and clearly

– (MA) online RPS training - September 2023 [NHS delegate] -

Course was excellent, content was perfect, the quizzes during the course cemented the learning in each area, being able to review each section and correct misconceptions before moving on, this gave me more confidence for sitting the final test, also being able to access the resource in the future is a bonus. Thank you Mark and team.

– GL online RPS training - March 2024 [Industry delegate] -

Industrial Radiographer. After initial doubts about the course (we seem to stick to the norm PCN, TWI) I reached out to Mark with questions, and after several emails, he put all my doubts to rest. This course is fantastic and I can't recommend it enough. Living in the Netherlands also means flying back to the UK becomes an expensive hobby to keep recertifying. Before you think about recertifying for RPS, ARS, or BRS please get in touch with Mark. 10/10

– CC online RPS training - August 2024 [Industrial Radiography] -

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