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Appendix
C
Radiation Information
Recommended Operating Requirements
Local agencies or government bodies or international standards may dictate requirements for
installation of the scanner in order to protect personnel and the public from exposure from the
radiological output of the scanner. Consult your local agencies, government bodies, or
international standards for actual requirements which apply.
It is recommended that a
qualified Physicist or Radiologist
determine where appropriate, the
applicable lead shielding to be installed in the area around the scanner equipment. Below are
some other common requirements that may apply to your location:
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The scanner controller and X-ray operator should be located behind a properly shielded
permanent barrier. A viewing window (or alternative method such as a mounted mirror)
should be present to enable the X-ray operator to view the patient and operate the
computer while the exposure is present.
•
Operators should consider the use of a lead apron to protect the anatomical areas of the
medical personnel working in the areas exposed to radiation.
•
The operator control box and scanner controller shall be located within 1 meter [3.28 ft]
from a door. If not, an interlocked door may be required.
•
A room door may be required.
•
Radiation warning signs may be required next to the entrance to the room.
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A warning light may be required by the entrance to the room.
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A shielding plan should be performed where the scanner is being installed. Some local
agencies or government bodies require that a shielding plan be conducted by a
qualified Physicist or Radiologist
and a copy of the shielding plan be submitted and
approved prior to installation of the scanner.
•
An area radiation survey by a
qualified Physicist or Radiologist
may then be required
within 30 days of initial clinical use of the scanner. This survey may be required to be
submitted to the local agency or government body.
•
An annual radiation survey may be typically required. This survey is typically required to
be submitted to the local agency or government body.
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A phantom or patients may be used for scanner training. Employees of the facility may
not be used for this training.
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The scanner shall be registered with the local agency or government body.