2026 RSO School – Fort Walton Beach, FL (September)

Radiation Safety Officer School

Fort Walton Beach, Florida (Destin, FL)– September 2026
…on the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico

 40 Hour and Refresher RSO Course

Offered by:  RSO SERVICES, Inc.

When:             September 21 – 25^th, 2026 (check-in Sunday night)

• The Refresher course is for those who have previously obtained a 40-hour certification and only require a Refresher to maintain certification.
• Class begins promptly at 8:00am each day. Lunch is not provided.
• Includes an RSO training manual, notepad, and pen.
• ONLINE WEBEX Option is available for Refreshers only. Most states/ruling agencies require hands-on training for the use of equipment as it relates to a Radiation Protection Program.  Therefore, we require the 40 hr class to have hands-on training of devices.

Instructor:   John Hensley

Cost:

• $2,050.00 per student for the 40 hour course (click here for the registration form)
• $1,150.00 per student for the refresher course (click here for the registration form)

Location:      The Island Resort – Fort Walton Beach, FL, 1500 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Please call (850) 337-9194 to make reservations and identify yourself as part of the group code:  2609RSOSRV  Limited number of saved group code rates.  Beachfront Suites are available at a higher rate.   Check-in Sunday and check-out Friday.

Course Description:

This class will introduce you to the regulations and safety aspects of handling fixed nuclear devices. It will help you design your own safety program and answer many safety questions that plant employees have. You will learn basic ionizing radiation theory, how to monitor and measure radiation, D.O.T. requirements, operating and emergency procedures, health effects, how to apply or renew licenses, State and NRC regulations and more. This course is approved by the State of Alabama Department of Public Health, State of Georgia, Mississippi, Florida, Tennessee, South Carolina, North Carolina, Louisiana and other state agencies throughout the country. Many states and highly recommend our class for the industrial experience and knowledge we provide.

Click on the “Download Application” for the school registration form below: