All transfers of radioactive materials (RAM) between USC principal investigators and/or shipments to domestic and international destinations must be processed by Radiation Safety.
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Transfer/Transport by Motorized Vehicle
Regulatory restrictions require EH&S to move radioactive materials by motorized vehicle to USC locations even if inventory ownership does not change (except for limited quantities approved by EH&S). The completed form (Link) must be submitted to EH&S before RAM is transferred between:
- Different USC principal investigators
- Labs located in different campuses
- Campus labs and the USC Hospitals
Note: A transfer form is not required when RAM is transported:
- to locations on the same campus that are listed in Radioisotope Use Authorizations (RUAs).
- between campuses in limited quantities and approved by EH&S.
Submit a Transfer of Radioactive Material form
- Complete and print the Transfer/Shipment of Radioactive Materials form on page 2.
- Email radsafety@usc.edu or fax the form to Radiation Safety; Fax: (323) 422-2201.
- If RAM will be taken off USC property, contact radsafety@usc.edu (323) 442-2200 for further instructions.
Shipment to Domestic or International Destinations
EH&S processes the transfer of RAM to domestic or foreign destinations.
Submit a Transfer of Radioactive Material (Off-Campus) form
- Complete Sections 1 and 2 on page 2 of the Transfer/Shipment of Radioactive Materials form and print.
- Provide contact information (name, phone number, fax, or email address) of the Radiation Safety Officer representing the institution where radioisotopes are intended to be transferred.
- Email radsafety@usc.edu or fax the form to Radiation Safety; Fax: (323) 422-2201.
- EH&S will verify information before shipping the RAM.
- Shipping costs will be paid by the Principal Investigator or Department.
NOTE: Submit form at least one week prior to anticipated shipping date for domestic shipments; at least two weeks for international shipments.