What must accompany procurement of facility radioluminescent exit signs?

• A. Local purchase order
• B. Verbal approval
• C. No approval needed
• D. RIC written approval

Answer: (D)

Radioluminescent exit signs contain a sealed radioactive source, so their purchase is regulated and must have formal written approval from the Radiation Information Committee (RIC). This written approval ensures the facility’s radiation safety program reviews and authorizes the procurement, maintains proper inventory and licensing records, and confirms that handling, storage, screening, and disposal requirements are met. Verbal approval or skipping oversight would bypass essential regulatory controls, and a simple local purchase order wouldn’t provide the needed accountability or safety compliance. Hence, the purchase must be accompanied by the RIC’s written authorization.