Radiation monitoring experts from BARC have detected two more Co-60 sources in a scrap shop in the Mayapuri junk market. In view of the high energy radiations of Co-60 and its potential for causing harm in case of exposures, it is desirable that the authorities seriously look into the causes for the incidents and rectify the same so that there is nuclear-scare amongst the public. Among others, the authorities should also consider:
1. As a matter of requirement, all the scrap yards and metallic scrap shops should have radiation detection systems in place.
2. Import of metallic scrap should be banned.
3. Steel companies also should have radiation monitoring system in place for scrap monitoring before the scrap is processed for melting.
4. Medical management of radiation injuries should be part of curriculum in all the medical colleges.
5. Public awareness regarding radiation and radiation detection should be inculcated amongst para-medical staff and crime detection agencies.
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