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CRCPD
Awards Program
Page Updated 7/1/08
Awards Presented at the 2008 National Conference on Radiation
Control:
Gerald S. Parker Award
Award of Merit
was awarded to
Richard A. Ratliff
Richard Ratliff
is recognized for his significant contributions in the field of
radiation protection, and for his exemplary service
to the mission of the Conference of
Radiation Control Program Directors. Mr. Ratliff served on the
Board of Directors from 2002-2005, and as Chairperson from 2003-2004.
Through his active participation
and leadership on the Board and on working groups, he has made
significant contributions to the efforts of CRCPD, including creating an
effective benchmarking tool for radiation control programs, and
assisting other States to improve radiation safety in this country.
As
the director of a large comprehensive radiation control program, Mr.
Ratliff provided an atmosphere that encouraged active staff
participation in CRCPD activities. His enthusiasm for their involvement
not only strengthened the state program but also resulted in major
contributions to radiation protection in the United States.
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James W. Miller Award
was awarded to
Jack Ferruolo
Over the past
30 years, John (Jack) Ferruolo has made significant contributions toward
regional and national efforts to minimize the amount of radiation
necessary to obtain quality medical imaging. He participated in some of
the earliest DENT studies in the mid-late 1970s, and advocated for
several additional DENT cycles (with equipment normalization follow-ups)
in the state of Rhode Island as the newer dental x-ray films were
introduced in the early-mid 1980s. He worked on mammography QA/QC years
before the Federal program was even being considered, and participated
in the initial training cadre of State MQSA inspectors.
Jack Ferruolo
served as Chairperson of CRCPD’s Committee on Nationwide Evaluation
X-Ray Trends (NEXT), and under his leadership the Committee remained
active and productive. Mr. Ferruolo was instrumental in planning NEXT
training, developing inspection protocols, reviewing results, and
completing publications.
Mr. Ferruolo’s dedication, professionalism and expertise in the area of
diagnostic imaging is exemplary, and his contribution to the Conference
and the state of Rhode Island in the area of training and quality
assurance is to
be praised; therefore he
is recognized as this year’s James W. Miller Award recipient.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Beverly Jo Carswell
Shanna Farish
Karen Farris
Donald Parry
Melissa Martin
Pamela Platt
Stephanie Belella
Lin Carigan
The H-11 Committee on
Mammography is presented the Board of Directors Award for Outstanding
Achievement for their extraordinary efforts in the area of Mammography
Quality Standards Act (MQSA) continuing education. The Committee
developed and held MQSA training in conjunction with the 40th National
Conference on Radiation Control.
The development of these
training courses required many months of planning, organization, and
commitment. The Committee on Mammography’s continuing endeavors support
the goals of the CRCPD Strategic Plan by providing training
opportunities for CRCPD members.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
The HS/ER-3 Task Force
for RDD/IND Scenarios as Examples for State Preparations is presented
the Board of Directors Outstanding Achievement award for its work in the
development of nine scenarios addressing radiological incidents that
include nuclear detonation, radiological dispersal devices, and
transportation accidents for state preparations for responding to a RDD
or IND. These scenarios will provide states a template to develop or
customize a radiological scenario for a drill or exercise. The
outstanding efforts, achievements, and recommendations by this working
group will benefit the states in preparing for a RDD/IND incident.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Phil Wilson
Charles Ditmer
The Committee on
Suggested State Regulations—Part BB: Tanning is recognized for
enthusiasm and dedication to the highest standards of the proficiency in
working to complete the revision to the Suggested State Regulations for
the Control of Radiation, Part BB: Tanning (SR-BB).
The Chairperson and
members of the SR-BB Working Group distinguished themselves as active
and capable leaders in the development of this important suggested
regulation. They were efficient and conscientious in setting specific
goals, objectives, and timelines for the timely completion of charges,
and diligently worked towards meeting them with competence.
The outstanding efforts,
achievements, and recommendation by this working group will be a benefit
to citizens in states choosing to adopt Part BB.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Trudy Hill
Cindy Becker
Johnny Graves
Ken Weaver
Vicki Morris
Martha Dibblee
Dan Schultheisz
Jenny Tobin
Kevin Null
Kathleen Schneider
Vivian Campbell
The Committee on
Suggested State Regulations – Part C: Licensing of Radioactive
Materials is recognized for enthusiasm and dedication to the highest
standards of the proficiency in working to complete the revision to the
Suggested State Regulations for the Control of Radiation, Part C:
Licensing of Radioactive Materials (SR-C).
Because of the working
group’s comprehensive understanding of both federal and state
regulations for licensing of radioactive materials and of federal and
state regulatory processes, the authorization of licensing of
radioactive materials will be significantly improved. The dedication
shown by this working group in successfully completing their charge is
highly commendable.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Debbie B. Gilley
James Yusko
Sam Finklea
Justin Griffin
Terry Devine
Joel Grimm
(Name
of chair/member/resource) as (the chair/member or resource) of the
Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors, Inc.’s (CRCPD)
Committee on Unwanted Radioactive Materials, is recognized for his/her
outstanding work in the development and implementation of the Source
Collection and Threat Reduction program to locate, coordinate, and guide
the disposition of the unwanted radioactive materials. This cooperative
program between CRCPD and the U. S. Department of Energy has been an
extremely valuable program for the management and disposal of
radioactive sources in the states.
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Board of Directors Award
For Outstanding Achievement in the Field of
Radiation Protection
was awarded to
David Ferguson is recognized for his outstanding
work in the development and implementation of the Source Collection and
Threat Reduction program to locate, coordinate, and guide the
disposition of the unwanted radioactive materials. Specifically, Mr.
Ferguson is congratulated for outstanding service in the source
collection efforts in the State of Florida. This cooperative program
between CRCPD and the U. S. Department of Energy has been an extremely
valuable program for the management and disposal of radioactive sources
in the states.
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Board of Directors Award
for Meritorious Service in the
Field of Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Ralph S.
Heyer
Ralph Heyer is
recognized for his tireless efforts in supporting the activities of the
Conference of Radiation Control Program Directors, Inc. (CRCPD).
Because of Mr. Heyer’s diverse background including federal, state, and
industry service, his input is always sought out and very helpful to the
working groups and ultimately state programs. He has gone ‘above and
beyond’ in his service to CRCPD and the states by continuing his
invaluable assistance to the CRCPD while going through several career
changes. Mr. Heyer has served CRCPD with distinction.
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Board of Directors Award
for Meritorious Service in the
Field of Radiation Protection
was awarded to
Washington Department of Health Office of
Radiation Protection
The State of Washington
Department of Health, Office of Radiation Protection is recognized for
its outstanding efforts in supporting a neighboring state radiation
protection program during a critical period. The State of Washington
Office of Radiation Protection provided invaluable assistance to the
Oregon Radiation Protection Services section in preparing for TopOff4.
This was the largest full-scale federal RDD exercise conducted to date.
The support and
direction of Gary Robertson, John Erickson and several members of the
Washington Office of Radiation Protection staff provided direct support
to the Oregon Radiation Protection Services section through
teleconferences, intrastate meetings, joint training opportunities, and
lessons learned from their TopOff 2 exercise. The Washington staff also
provided health physics expertise with onsite assistance in roles such
as: controllers, evaluators, and direct health physics subject matter
expertise during the TopOff 4 federal exercise from October 15-19, 2007.
The Washington staff is
to be commended for their invaluable guidance and assistance that was
provided to the Oregon Radiation Control Program.
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was awarded to
Admiral J.
Krol, Jr.
January 2008 the CRCPD
Board of Directors approved the establishment of a Public Servant
Award. This award is to recognize a federal, state, or local government
official (other than a state or local Radiation control program
director) who has made significant contributions in support of state
radiation
Control programs and/or
the public in achieving a better understanding of, and protection from,
radiation exposure. The award also is given in memory of those public
servants who contributed in an outstanding way to the support of state
radiation control program and the protection of people and their
environment.
Admiral Joseph J. Krol,
Jr. was the 2008 recipient of the Public Service Award for his
contribution and success in reestablishing the Cytogenetic Biodosimetry
Laboratory at the Radiologic Emergency Assistance Center/Training
Centers. His efforts demonstrate his extraordinary leadership,
dedication, and commitment to assuring that the United States is
prepared in the event of a radiological incident.
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