Lead-lined gloves are routinely used Protective thyroid guards are routinely used. Radiographs are stored in a manner that preserves quality and allows for easy retrieval. The dark room is light tight and contains adequate developing equipment. A technique chart is in routine use. A log book is used that includes the owner and patient ID, MAS, KV and other pertinent data.
Radiographs are of diagnostic quality with a sufficient number of views.
No employee under 18 years of age assists in taking radiographs. All female employees are made aware of potential risks to pregnancy by exposure to radiation. There is satisfactory refuse disposal. Any carcasses kept more than 8 hours are bagged and stored under refrigeration or frozen. Disposal of biomedical waste is appropriate to prevent a public health hazard.