This type of packaging for low level shipments of radiation is characterized by an inner vessel of glass, plastics or metal and an outer container of plastic, rubber or vermiculite.

This type of packaging for low level shipments of radiation is characterized by an inner vessel of glass, plastics or metal and an outer container of plastic, rubber or vermiculite.

• A. Type B(U)
• B. Type C
• C. Type A
• D. Industrial Packaging

Answer: (C)

Type A packaging is designed for shipments of relatively low-activity radioactive material. The inner vessel—made of glass, plastic, or metal—contains the material securely, while the outer container provides secondary containment and protection. Packing materials like vermiculite, and outer materials such as plastic or rubber, help cushion the package and absorb any small leaks, keeping contents contained during normal transport and under minor accident conditions. This combination is specifically intended for low-level shipments, offering enough containment without the heavier, more robust design required for higher-activity Type B or Type C packages.

Type A packaging is designed for shipments of relatively low-activity radioactive material. The inner vessel—made of glass, plastic, or metal—contains the material securely, while the outer container provides secondary containment and protection. Packing materials like vermiculite, and outer materials such as plastic or rubber, help cushion the package and absorb any small leaks, keeping contents contained during normal transport and under minor accident conditions. This combination is specifically intended for low-level shipments, offering enough containment without the heavier, more robust design required for higher-activity Type B or Type C packages.