Environmental Protection - GE Vscan Extend User Manual

ALARA (continued)
Training

Environmental protection

System disposal
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Vscan Extend User Manual
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To contact the AIUM concerning their publications:
• In the USA, by telephone at 1-800-638-5352
• To write them, use the following address:
AIUM
14750 Sweitzer Lane
Suite 100
Laurel, MD, USA 20707-5906
In addition, the sections 'Acoustic output and display on Vscan
Extend' on page 2-20 and 'System controls affecting acoustic
output' on page 2-21 should be studied carefully in order to
implement ALARA.
During each ultrasound examination the user is expected to
weigh the medical benefit of the diagnostic information that
would be obtained against the risk of potential harmful effects.
Once a diagnostic image is achieved, prolonging the exposure
cannot be justified. It is recommended that all users receive
proper training in applications before performing them in a
clinical setting.
The equipment must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal
waste nor be destroyed by incineration.
It must be collected separately. Please contact an authorized
representative of the manufacturer for information concerning
the decommissioning of your equipment.
Important safety considerations
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