The radiological accident in Chilca
The objective of this report is to compile and disseminate information about (a) the circumstances that led to the accident in Chilca, (b) its initial handling by the national authorities and their request for assistance from the IAEA, (c) the response of the IAEA and (d) the work done with regard to the dose assessment and medical treatment of the three workers.
This publication seeks to help Member States identify similar or precursor situations and take the necessary actions to either prevent accidents from occurring or mitigate the effects of radiation injuries in a timely manner. The information in this publication is intended for use by competent authorities, regulatory bodies, emergency response planners, first response organizations and a broad range of specialists, including medical specialists, physicists and persons responsible for radiation protection, as well as facilities that use radioactive sources.
This publication gives an account of the events leading up to and following the accident, as well as the response actions taken. It describes in detail the methods and results of dose assessments and how these complemented the medical evaluations. It also describes the medical management of those involved in the accident, including diagnosis and treatment details for the most exposed person. The publication ends with the findings, conclusions and lessons to be learned from this accident.