Pennsylvania Code
Title 25 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Part I - Department of Environmental Protection
Subpart D - Environmental Health and Safety
Article V - Radiological Health
Chapter 228 - RADIATION SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR PARTICLE ACCELERATORS
RADIATION SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCELERATORS USED IN THE HEALING ARTS
Appendix A - DETERMINATION OF COMPETENCE
The licensee shall ensure training on the subjects listed in Appendix A has been conducted. The individual shall be trained and competent in the general operation of the radiation therapy equipment and its functions, and in the following subject areas, as applicable to the procedures performed and the specific equipment utilized:
(1) Basic properties of radiation.
(2) Units of measurement.
(3) Sources of radiation exposure.
(4) Methods of radiation protection.
(5) Biological effects of radiation exposure.
(6) Medical accelerator operation.
(7) Treatment planning and execution.
(8) Patient positioning and protection.
(9) Operating and emergency procedures.
(10) Quality assurance.
(11) Regulations.
This appendix cited in 25 Pa. Code § 228.35 (relating to operating procedures).