Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 220 - Rules Relating to Radiation Protection
Part D - STANDARDS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST RADIATION
Subpart J - PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
Section 144-220-D-J-1901 - Caution Signs
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
A. Standard Radiation Symbol. Unless otherwise authorized by the Agency, the symbol prescribed by D.1901 shall use the colors magenta, or purple, or black on yellow background. The symbol prescribed is the three-bladed design as follows:
RADIATION SYMBOL
B. Exception to color requirements for standard radiation symbol. Notwithstanding the requirements of D.1901.A, licensees or registrants are authorized to label sources, source holders, or device components containing sources of radiation that are subjected to high temperatures, with conspicuously etched or stamped radiation caution symbols and without a color requirement.
C. Additional information on signs and labels. In addition to the contents of signs and labels prescribed in Part D, the licensee or registrant shall provide, on or near the required signs and labels, additional information, as appropriate, to make individuals aware of potential radiation exposures and to minimize the exposures.
