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GUIDELINES FOR THE USAGE OF
X-RAY PRODUCING MACHINES
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DO observe that all radiation producing devices have warning labels. |
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DO report any change or discontinuance of use of any reportable source of radiation within thirty days to the RSO. |
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DO use personnel monitoring equipment if you are an individual 18 years of age or older entering a controlled area where you are likely to receive in any calendar quarter a dose exceeding 300 millirems to the whole body, 5 rems to the extremities or 2 rems to the skin of the whole body. |
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DO observe that signs such as "CAUTION X-RAY" remain posted in those areas where they are required. |
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DO observe that a visible or an audible alarm signal be automatically activated when x-ray diffraction units are producing radiation. |
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DO observe that a current copy of Department Form RH-2364 (Notice to Employees) remains conspicuously posted in a controlled area. |
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DO report to the RSO if any posted documentation becomes defaced or altered. |
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DO observe that calibrated and operable radiation survey instrumentation is available and used for all radiographic operations other than in the healing arts. |
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DO be sure that each individual who operates a cabinet radiography unit receive a copy of and instruction in the operating procedures for the unit and has demonstrated competence in its use. |
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DO keep high radiation areas locked except during periods when access to the area is required, with positive control over each individual entry. |
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DO report to the RSO any condition that may lead to or cause a violation of departmental regulations or unnecessary exposure to radiation. |
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California Code of Regulations, Title 17 (including applicable sections of Title 10 of CFR) |
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Radioactive Materials License |
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Specific radiation safety instructions and operating procedures |
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