Pre-Conference WorkshopTuesday, 20 October 2026

Come find out where NORM is present in key industries around the world. From oil and gas to mining to water treatment or manufacturing, NORM/TENORM shows up in any number of manufacturing and production environments. In this session you will not only learn where it occurs, but we will cover the essentials of proper characterization and detection. A great setting to ask your burning questions, you will have the opportunity to engage with other industry experts, as well as waste brokers, decontamination and decommissioning providers, and health physicists. This pre-conference workshop is just what you need to round out your understanding of how NORM/TENORM impacts your role in your industry.

Where does NORM show up? How is it regulated? How big of a deal is it really - is it hot or not? Come ask the questions you are afraid to ask in front of your teams at work. We will take the mystery out in this session.

Learn and share the latest mining challenges and advances where radioactivity and waste streams are concerned.

Where do we see NORM in water treatment processes? How much of a challenge is it for water treatment plants, whether in drinking water or industrial applications.

Where do we find high levels of NORM in the upstream segment of oil & gas? What are the safety, waste management and regulatory issues?

What is distinctive about midstream oil and gas waste? What are the implications of radon, Pb-210, and Po-210 vs. Radium. How is detection best accomplished? Should equipment be left running during surveys or is it best to survey and sample when systems are not operating? What are the waste streams in this segment and what are the implications?

Facility turnarounds pose some unique challenges where NORM is concerned. From impacted equipment to unique waste streams, it’s an area for true professionals. Come find out why?

NORM may be present in raw materials used in manufacturing. Processing, heat, dust, and filtration can create issues ranging from health risks to waste management to distribution issues.

Come learn the basics about rare earth minerals. What does the global market look like and which rare earths are used in various applications? What waste streams or radioactive constituents do you need to be concerned with?

Radiochem Analytical Methodologies and Expectations - What is unique about radiochemistry and analytical methods? Are preservatives needed when sampling? What should you expect for turnaround times? Are there differences between labs and methodologies?

Effective Sampling & Analysis Plans - Come learn about the essentials in a great sampling and analysis plan. What’s important and how do you achieve your objectives in its design and implementation?

The Best in Survey Equipment & Techniques - This segment will introduce you to different types of survey instruments and their uses, and you will learn some key techniques and principles for effective radiological surveys. If you want to know if you are using the right instrument in the right way, this session is for you.

Health Physics Implications - Are workers safe? What’s the potential impact of NORM to the human body? We will remove some of the mystery surrounding radiation and help you understand how radiological impact is assessed.

Complexities of Packaging & Transportation - Compliant packaging and transport can be a challenge. We will demystify some of the regulations and help you better understand when it’s important to get expert help.

Challenges and Successes in Mixed Waste Treatment - What are the complexities of dealing with hazardous wastes that are mixed with radioactive waste. Are there multiple treatment and disposal options? Can radioactivity be treated and it will simply go away?

Disposal Options & Opportunities - Finding the best disposal option for your NORM-impacted waste can be a challenge. What can a waste broker do for you and how can you find both value and compliance? This session will help you understand how to manage and dispose of special waste streams.