Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 120.000 - The Control of Radiation
SURVEYS AND MONITORING
Section 120.237 - Caution Signs

Universal Citation: 105 CMR 120.000 MA Code of Regs 120.237

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(A) Standard Radiation Symbol. Unless otherwise authorized by the Agency, the symbol prescribed by 105 CMR 120.237 shall use the colors magenta, or purple, or black on yellow background. The symbol prescribed is the three-bladed design as follows:

RADIATION SYMBOL

1. Cross-hatched area is to be magenta, or purple, or black, and

2. The background is to be yellow

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(B) Exception to Color Requirements for Standard Radiation Symbol Notwithstanding the requirements of 105 CMR 120 237(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 this part 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.

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