1. (a) The registrant shall document the scope of training required for the RGD they possess.

2. (b) No individual shall be permitted to operate or maintain an RGD unless such individual has received instruction and demonstrated competence in:

   1. (1) Identification of radiation hazards associated with the use of the RDG, associated equipment, or measures to minimize radiation exposure;
   2. (2) The significance of the various radiation warning devices, safety devices, and interlocks incorporated into the equipment, or the reasons such devices have not been installed on certain equipment;
   3. (3) Any extra precautions required relevant to the use of the equipment;

   4. (4) Normal operating procedures for each type of RGD and associated equipment,

      including having received hands-on training and education regarding procedures to prevent unauthorized use;

   5. (5) Biological effects of radiation, radiation risks, and recognition of symptoms of an acute localized exposure commensurate with the potential hazards of use;
   6. (6) Proper procedures for reporting an actual or suspected exposure or other radiation safety concerns, such as any unusual occurrence or malfunction that might involve exposure to radiation; and
   7. (7) Performing surveys where applicable.
3. (c) Records shall be maintained onsite of all required training and instruction and made available to DHHS/RHS for review.
4. (d) The registrant's senior management shall make the ultimate decision to use any RGD and be ultimately responsible for radiation safety.

5. (e) The registrant's senior management shall designate an individual responsible for radiation safety, or a radiation safety officer. This individual shall have direct access to senior management for radiation safety issues. This individual shall have training and experience commensurate with the scope of the radiation safety program to carry out the responsibilities as indicated below:

   1. (1) Ensuring that all RGDs are operated within the limitations of the established radiation safety program and operating procedures;
   2. (2) Instructing personnel with regard to safe working practices and ensuring all personnel are trained in radiation safety commensurate with the hazards of the job;
   3. (3) Investigating any incident of abnormal operation or exposure or suspected overexposure of personnel to determine the cause, take remedial action, and report the incident to the proper authority;
   4. (4) Ensuring that safety devices, interlocks, warning signals, labels, postings, and signs are functioning and located where required; and
   5. (5) Maintain all radiation safety records.

Source. #6827, eff 8-6-98; ss by #8692, INTERIM, eff 7-27-06, EXPIRES: 2-2-07; ss by #8808, eff 1-24-07; ss by #10804, eff 3-26-15; ss by #14336, eff 8-8-25, EXPIRES: 8-8-35