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Warning: Failure to adhere to the following warnings may result in
exposure to radiation:
•= Do not operate the x-ray system unless all system components and
features are in good repair.
•= Never attempt to remove any system component or bypass any
system function.
Several features are included in the system design to provide for radiation
safety. The controls (including key switches), control circuitry, leaded
components (including the leaded acrylic windows), physical barriers,
interlocks, and status and warning indicators each contribute to overall
radiation safety.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA), most state and some local government agencies
typically have specific standards regarding operational safety and constraints
regarding the modification of x-ray systems conforming to 21CFR (mentioned
above).
Typically, an x-ray system must be registered with the appropriate state
agency, by the physical possessor of the system, regardless of the legal
owner. Frequently, registration must occur prior to the x-ray system being
placed into service. Regulations may require initial and periodic inspections by
a government agency or a qualified vendor. In addition, the regulations may
require the implementation of standardized operating procedures, specialized
training, the distribution and use of exposure monitoring badges and posting of
radiation exposure warnings and other special notices. Radiation safety
requirements may differ slightly from one jurisdiction to another. It is the
users responsibility to ensure that the x-ray system is installed and
operated in compliance with all applicable governmental regulations.
Failure to comply may result in substantial penalties.
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