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333-122-0130 General Requirements for all RGD: Operating Requirements (1) Procedures. Normal operating procedures shall be written and available to all X-ray operators. No individual shall be permitted to operate X-ray equipment in any manner other than that specified in the procedures unless the individual has obtained written approval from the radiation safety officer. (a) No individual shall hold in their hands, or have on their bodies, the object analyzed by an X-ray machine during the radiation exposure process. (b) Each individual shall maintain the proper forward positioning of a hand-held X-ray unit during the radiation exposure process. (c) A hand-held X-ray machine may be utilized in an appropriate container, testing tower, or protective device as described in the manufacturer’s specifications. (2) Bypassing. No individual shall bypass a safety device or interlock unless the individual has obtained approval from the radiation safety officer. (a) The approval to bypass shall be for a specified period of time. (b) When a safety device or interlock has been bypassed, a readily discernible sign bearing the words, SAFETY DEVICE NOT WORKING , or words having a similar intent, shall be placed on the radiation source housing. (3) Repair or Modification of X-ray Tube Systems. Except as specified in OAR 333-108-0115(2), no operation involving removal of covers, shielding materials or tube housings, modifications to shutters, collimators or beam stops shall be performed without ascertaining that the tube is off and will remain off until safe conditions have been restored. The main switch, rather than interlocks, shall be used for routine shutdown in preparation for repairs. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0140 General Requirements for All RGD: Operating and Emergency Procedures (1) Operating and emergency procedures must include instructions in the following when required by the authority: (a) Appropriate use of radiation machines so that no person is likely to be exposed to radiation doses in excess of the limits established in division 120; (b) Methods and occasions for conducting radiation surveys; (c) Methods for posting and controlling access to radiation areas; (d) Individual monitoring program to include operations of the monitoring equipment; (e) The inspection, maintenance, and operability checks of radiation machines and survey instruments; (f) Steps that must be taken immediately by X-ray operators in the event a pocket dosimeter is found to be off-scale or electronic personal dosimeter reads greater than 2 milliseiverts (200mrem); (g) The procedure(s) for identifying and reporting defects and noncompliance, as required by OAR 333-122-0230; (h) The procedure for notifying appropriate person(s) in the event of an accident or incident; and (i) Maintenance of records. (2) The registrant must maintain copies of current operating and emergency procedures in accordance with OAR 333-122-0151, OAR 333-122-0251 and OAR 333-122-0270. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0151 General Requirements for All RGD: Copies of Operating and Emergency Procedures Each registrant must maintain a copy of current operating and emergency procedures until the Authority terminates the registration. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0160 General Requirements for All RGD: Training (1) The registrant may not permit any individual to act as an RGD X-ray machine operator until the individual has received training in the following subjects, in addition to on-the-job training under the supervision of a qualified RGD X-ray machine operator : (a) Identification of radiation hazards associated with the use of the equipment; (b) Significance of the various radiation warning, safety devices and interlocks incorporated into the equipment, or the reasons they have not been installed on certain pieces of equipment and the extra precautions required in such cases; (c) Proper operating procedures for the X-ray equipment; (d) Emergency procedures associated with the X-ray equipment; and (e) Proper procedures for reporting an actual or suspected exposure. (2) The training required in section (1) of this rule must include the following subjects: (a) Fundamentals of radiation safety including: (A) Characteristics of x-radiation; (B) Units of radiation dose; (C) Hazards of exposure to radiation; and (D) Methods of controlling radiation dose (time, distance, and shielding); (b) Radiation detection instruments including: (A) Use, operation, calibration, and limitations of radiation survey instruments; (B) Survey techniques; and (C) Use of individual monitoring equipment. (c) Equipment to be used including: (A) Operation and control of radiation machines; and (B) Inspection and maintenance of equipment. (d) The requirements of pertinent state and federal rules. (3) Each licensee or registrant shall maintain, for inspection by the Authority, records of training which demonstrate that the requirements of this rule have been met. (4) The registrant must provide annual refresher safety training, as defined in OAR 333-122-0005(3), for each radiation machine operator at intervals not to exceed 12 months. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0170 General Requirements for All RGD: Records of Training and Certification Each registrant must maintain the following records for three years after the individual terminates employment: (1) Records of training of each RGD X-ray machine operator. The record must include the names and signatures of individuals conducting and receiving the training, the date of training, and a topic-based agenda of training; and (2) Records of annual refresher safety training for each RGD X-ray machine operator. The records must list the topics discussed, the dates the annual refresher safety training was conducted, and names of the instructors and attendees. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0180 General Requirements for All RGD: Individual Monitoring (1) Finger or wrist dosimetry devices shall be provided and used by: (a) RGD X-ray operators using systems having an open-beam configuration and not equipped with a safety device; and (b) Personnel maintaining RGD X-ray equipment if the maintenance procedures require the presence of a primary X-ray beam when any local component in the X-ray system is disassembled or removed. (2) Operators will be exempt from the requirements of this rule, if the following criteria are met: (a) The RGD X-ray machine shielding meets the requirements in OAR 333-122-0090, or (b) The RGD X-ray machine is classified as an XRF analytical hand-held device and meets the requirements in OAR 333-122-0020; or (c) The registrant provides calculations and documentation of operator exposures during maximum usage over the course of normal operations (2080 hours per year) that are less than or equal to 500 mR per year per operator and not exceed any limits listed in OAR 333-120-0100. (3) Reported dose values from measured X-ray operator exposures shall not be used for the purpose of determining compliance with OAR 333-120-0100 unless evaluated by a qualified expert. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0201 General Requirements for All RGD: Records of Personnel Monitoring Each registrant must maintain the following exposure records specified in OAR 333-122-0190. (1) Direct reading dosimeter readings and yearly operability checks required by OAR 333-122-0190(2) and OAR 333-122-0190(3) for three years after the record is made; (2) Reports received from an individual monitoring device processor until the Authority terminates the license or registration; and (3) Records of estimates of exposures because of readings beyond the visible scale demarcation of personal direct reading dosimeters, or lost or damaged dose measuring devices, until the Authority terminates the license or registration. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0210 General Requirements for All RGD: Records of Personnel Monitoring Each registrant must maintain the following exposure records specified in OAR 333-122-0190. (1) Direct reading dosimeter readings and yearly operability checks required by OAR 333-122-0190(2) and OAR 333-122-0190(3) for three years after the record is made; (2) Reports received from an individual monitoring device processor until the Authority terminates the license or registration; and (3) Records of estimates of exposures because of readings beyond the visible scale demarcation of personal direct reading dosimeters, or lost or damaged dose measuring devices, until the Authority terminates the license or registration. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0226 General Requirements for All RGD: Records of Radiation Survey Instruments Each registrant must maintain records of the calibrations of its radiation survey instruments that are required under OAR 333-122-0210 and retain each record for three years after it is made. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0230 General Requirements for All RGD: Inspection and Maintenance of RGD X-ray Machines, Associated Equipment, and Survey Instruments (1) The registrant must perform visual and operability checks on survey meters, radiation machines and associated equipment before each day's use, or work shift, to ensure that the equipment is in good working condition. (2) Survey instrument operability must be performed using check sources or other appropriate means. (3) If equipment problems are found, the equipment must be removed from service until repaired. (4) Each registrant must have written procedures to perform inspections and routine maintenance of: (a) RGD X-ray equipment; (b) Associated equipment; and (c) Survey instruments. (5) Inspections and maintenance must not exceed intervals of six months or before the first use thereafter to ensure the proper functioning of components important to safety. (6) Records of equipment problems and of any maintenance performed under this rule must be made in accordance with OAR 333-122-0240. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0240 Records of Inspection and Maintenance of RGD, Associated Equipment, and Survey (1) Each registrant must maintain records, specified in OAR 333-122-0230 of equipment problems found in daily checks and six. months inspections of radiation machines, associated equipment, survey instruments, Qualified Expert evaluations, and retain each record for three years after it is made. (2) The record must include the date of check or inspection, name of inspector, equipment involved, any problems found, and what repair and maintenance, if any, was performed.ncorporated by reference, until the Authority terminates the registration. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0251 General Requirements for All RGD: Form of Records ​​​​​​​ (1) Each record required by OAR chapter 333, division 122 must be legible throughout the specified retention period. (2) The record may be the original or a reproduced copy. (3) The record may be stored in electronic media with the capability for producing legible, accurate, and complete records during the required retention period. (4) Records, such as letters, drawings, and specifications, must include all pertinent information, such as stamps, initials, and signatures. (5) The registrant must maintain adequate safeguards against tampering with and loss of records. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0260 General Requirements for All RGD: Recordkeeping Requirements for RGD X-Ray (1) The registrant must have access to sufficient calibrated and operable radiation survey instruments at each location where RGD X-ray machines are present to make the radiation surveys required by OAR chapter 333, division 122 and by division 120. Instrumentation required by this rule must be capable of measuring a range from 0.02 milliseiverts (2 mrem) per hour through 0.01 sievert (1 rem) per hour. (2) The registrant must have each radiation survey instrument required under section (1) of this rule calibrated: (a) At energies appropriate for use; (b) At intervals not to exceed one year or after instrument servicing, except for battery changes; (c)(A) For linear scale instruments, at two points located approximately one-third and two-thirds of full-scale on each scale; and (B) For logarithmic scale instruments, at mid-range of each decade, and at two points of at least one decade; and (C) For digital instruments, at three points between 0.02 and 10 milliseiverts (2 and 1000 mrem) per hour; and (d) So that an accuracy within plus or minus 20 percent of the true radiation dose rate can be demonstrated at each point checked. (3) The registrant must maintain records of the results of the instrument calibrations in accordance with OAR 333-122-0226. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0270 General Requirements for All RGD: Location of Documents and Records Each registrant must maintain current copies of the following documents and records sufficient to demonstrate compliance at each facility: (1) A current radiation machine certificate of validation; (2) Records of equipment problems identified in daily checks and six months inspections of equipment as required by OAR 333-122-0230; (3) Records of alarm system and entrance control checks required by OAR 333-122-0320. (4) Records of dosimeter readings as required by OAR 333-122-0190. (5) Operating and emergency procedures as required by OAR 333-122-0140. (6) Radiation survey instrument calibration records for instruments used at the site as required by OAR 333-122-0210; and (7) Survey records required by OAR 333-122-0226 for the period of operation at the site. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0276 X-ray and Hybrid Gauges: Safety Device (1) Except where impractical, an interlocking device which prevents the entry of any portion of an individual's body into the primary beam or causes the primary beam to be shut off upon entry into its path, shall be provided. (2) In cases where the primary radiation beam is not intercepted by the detector device under all conditions of operation, protective measures shall be provided, such as auxiliary shielding, to avoid exposure to any individual from the transmitted primary radiation. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0280 X-ray and Hybrid Gauges: Warning Signs A sign bearing the words in jaws of gauge" , or equivalent, shall be so located that it, "Warning -- X-rays (or ionizing radiation) -- Do not place hands is visible to any person operating, aligning or adjusting a gauging device. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0290 X-ray and Hybrid Gauges: Security When not in operation, the equipment shall be secured in such a way as to be only accessible by authorized personnel. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0301 X-ray and Hybrid Gauges: Surveys (1) Radiation surveys, as required by OAR 333-120-0200, of all X-ray and Hybrid gauges sufficient to show compliance with OAR 333-122-0101 shall be performed: (a) Upon installation of the equipment; (b) When reviewing safety devices every six months to insure their proper operation; (c) When evaluating annual exposure or dose surveys and personal radiation exposure monitoring devices to ensure that operations are conducted safely; (d) Following any change in the initial arrangement, number or type of local components in the system; (e) Following any maintenance requiring the disassembly or removal of a local component in the system; (f) Any time a visual inspection of the local components in the system reveals an abnormal condition; (g) Whenever individual monitoring devices show a significant increase over the previous monitoring period or when the readings are approaching the radiation dose limits specified in OAR 333-120-0100. (2) Records of all reviews and surveys shall be maintained in accordance with OAR 333-122-0240 for inspection by the Authority. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0310 X-ray and Hybrid Gauges: Surveillance During each radiographic operation, the X-ray machine operator must ensure continuous direct visual surveillance of the operation to protect against unauthorized entry into a radiation area, as defined in OAR 333-100-0005(106), except where all entryways are locked and inaccessible during X-ray operations. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0326 Permanent X-ray Radiography Installations: Records of Alarm System and Entrance Control Checks Each registrant must maintain records of the alarm system and entrance control device tests required by OAR 333-122-0320 and retain each record for three years after it is made. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0380 Whole Body Imagers: Appropriate Uses (1) All X-ray scanning devices used for whole body imaging must meet the standards outlined in ANSI/HPSN43.17-2009 Radiation Safety for Personnel Security Screening Systems Using X-ray or Gamma Radiation. (2) The X-ray scanning device will be used solely for the screening of inmates for the purpose of detecting illegal or dangerous items hidden on or inside the person. Screening will only be performed at the time of lodging or booking. If an inmate becomes a security threat due to potential contraband being introduced post-lodging, additional scans will be allowed. (3) The X-ray scanning device shall not be used on pregnant females. (4) The X-ray scanning device shall not be used for screening of staff or visitors. (5) The X-ray scanning device shall not be used for medical purposes. (6) Each X-ray operator must receive formal training as provided by the manufacturer and according to the information provided in the operator’s manual. (7) Annual safety refresher training, as defined in OAR 333-122-0005(3) must be provided for each device operator at intervals not to exceed 12 months. (8) Records of training must be maintained per OAR 333-122-0170. (9) The X-ray machine must be inspected annually by an Authority-approved qualified expert to ensure the radiation output meets the standards outlined in ANSI/HPSN43.17-2009. (10) Records of all qualified expert evaluations and surveys shall be maintained in accordance with OAR 333-122-0240 for inspection by the Authority. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 172-2022, amend filed 08/11/2022, effective 08/20/2022 PH 16-2021, adopt filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021
333-122-0600 Notifications (1) Registrants must provide a written report to the Authority within 30 days of the occurrence of any of the following incidents involving X-ray equipment: (a) Failure of any component, which is critical to safe operation of the X-ray machine, to properly perform its intended function; and/or (b) An indicator on an X-ray machine fails to show that radiation is being produced, an exposure switch fails to terminate production of radiation when turned to the off position, or a safety interlock fails to terminate x-ray production. (2) The registrant must include the following information in each report submitted under this rule and in each report of overexposure submitted under OAR chapter 333, division 122 which involves failure of safety components of X-ray machines: (a) Description of the equipment problem; (b) Cause of each incident, if known; (c) Name of the manufacturer and model number of equipment involved in the incident; (d) Place, date, and time of the incident; (e) Actions taken to establish normal operations; (f) Corrective actions taken or planned to prevent recurrence; and (g) Names and qualifications of personnel involved in the incident. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 16-2021, amend filed 04/21/2021, effective 04/21/2021 PH 12-2006, f. & cert. ef. 6-16-06
333-123-0001 Purpose and Scope This Division establishes requirements for registrants of therapeutic radiation machines. Nothing in this Division relieves the registrant from complying with other applicable federal, state and local regulations. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 – 453.807 History: PH 23-2006, f. & cert. ef. 10-19-06