- (a) Therapeutic X-ray systems shall be secured to prevent unauthorized use whenever the system is unattended.
- (b) If a patient is held in position for radiation therapy, mechanical supporting or restraining devices shall be used.
- (c) The tube housing assembly may not be held by an individual during exposures.
- (d) No individual other than the patient may be in the treatment room during irradiation unless protected by a shielded booth.
- (e) Interlocks, on-off beam control mechanisms and safety and warning devices shall be checked and appropriately serviced at least once in a calendar year.
Authority
The provisions of this § 221.76 issued under section 302 of the Radiation Protection Act (35 P.S. § 7110.302); and section 1920-A of The Administrative Code of 1929 (71 P.S. § 510-20).
Source
The provisions of this § 221.76 adopted December 18, 1987, effective December 19, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 5235.
Cross References
This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 216.1 (relating to purpose and scope); and 25 Pa. Code § 216.3 (relating to exemptions).