X-Ray Machine Safety Work Practices

When working around x-ray machines, employers and employees should practice safety.

 

1. Develop, implement , and enforce radiation safety procedures

2. Provide and use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) {i.e lead gloves and aprons}

3. Test all lead aprons and gloves on receipt and at 12-18 month intervals for shielding integrity. If there is any doubt about an apron, it should be removed from use.

4. Document personal monitoring of radiation exposure by keeping individual records of occupational radiation doses.

5. Work quickly and efficiently to reduce the time using an X-ray system.

6. Post a technique chart at the control panel or exposure switch to specify parameters for routine exams.

7. Use the fastest film speed and the shortest exposure switch to specify parameters for routine exams 

8. Ensure the correct techniques is set to avoid repeat x-rays .

9. Use immobilizing devices to restrain patients during x-ray procedures; not radiographers or technicians.

10. remain ant lest 6 feet (2 meters) away from an x-ray radiation source. Radiation is significantly reduced by distance.

11. Do not be near x ray equipment, if not required , move away .

12. Never stand in the line with the direct x-ray beam .

13. Do not hold the tube housing during exposure, there is danger of electric shock. .

14. Notify a supervisors and limit occupational exposure if a employee becomes pregnant.

15. Ensurex-ray machines emit and audible signal when the exposures has ended and the timer automatically re-sets to the initial setting or zero.

16. Maintain records of maintenance, repairs, and modifications performed on each x-ray machine including the name of the person who performed the service and the date performed .

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