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4. Safety Precautions
4.1Radiation Safety
The HyperLight was designed to be used in clinical settings (e.g., a
dental office) and controlled settings where transportation or use of other X-
ray devices might be prohibitive due to the device’s size and/or mobility.
This X-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator unless safe
exposure factors, operating instructions, and maintenance schedules are
observed.
The HyperLight provides a high degree of protection from unnecessary
radiation. However, no practical design can provide complete protection nor
prevent operators from exposing themselves or others to unnecessary
radiation. It is important to restrict use and follow all applicable government
radiation protection regulations. Pregnant women should not be exposed to
X-rays unless necessary. Proper safety precautions should be taken to
minimize dose to the fetus.
Operators must be fully acquainted with industry safety
recommendations, established maximum permissible doses, and local
jurisdiction requirements for use.
This X-ray unit must only be operated by trained personnel in a controlled
setting. Within such a setting, ensure that only the patient is in the direct beam
of the x-ray, and that any ancillary personnel are a minimum of 6 feet away
from the patient. If it is necessary for any ancillary personnel to be closer than
6 feet, these personnel should stay out of the direct beam and wear personal
protective equipment, such as an apron and thyroid collar.
In implementing a radiation protection program, consult all applicable
regulations governing radiation protection and the use of X-ray equipment,
and ensure full compliance with any such regulations.
