InnoVet Select
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HF APR
Service Manual
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1.4 Safety
1.4.1 General
It is important that everyone associated with x-ray work is familiar with the
recommendations of the Department of Health, National Bureau of Standards, and
the National Council on Radiation Protection. The control of diagnostic medical x-
ray equipment varies in detail from state to state. However, in general, all of the
states adhere strictly to the established recommendations of the NCRP. Prior to
operation, be sure that all personnel who are authorized to operate the x-ray
system are familiar with the established regulations of the authorities named above.
Also, they should be monitored to assure that they conform to the
recommendations.
Current sources of information include:
•
National Council on Radiation Protection Report No. 33 (Medical X-Ray
and Gamma-Ray Protection for Energies up to 10 MEV-Equipment Design
and Use).
•
National Bureau of Standards Handbook No. 76 (Medical X-Ray Protection
up to Three Million Volts). Refer to MCRP Report No. 33.
•
Current recommendations of the International Committee on Radiation
Protection.
Although x-ray radiation is hazardous, x-ray equipment does not pose any danger
when it is properly used. It is the responsibility of all service and operating
personnel to be properly informed on the hazards of radiation. Also, those
responsible for the system must understand the safety requirements for x-ray
operation. Study this manual and the manuals for each component in the system to
become aware of all the safety and operational requirements.
