South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-63 - Radioactive Materials (Title A)
Part XI - LICENSING AND RADIATION SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR IRRADIATORS
Section 61-63.XI.RHA 11.27 - Irradiation of Explosives or Flammable Materials
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024
11.27.1 Irradiation of explosive material is prohibited unless the licensee has received prior written authorization from the Department. Authorization will not be granted unless the licensee can demonstrate that detonation of the explosive would not rupture the sealed sources, injure personnel, damage safety systems, or cause radiation overexposures of personnel.
11.27.2 Irradiation of more than small quantities of flammable material (flash point below 140oF) is prohibited in panoramic irradiators unless the licensee has received prior written authorization from the Department. Authorization will not be granted unless the licensee can demonstrate that a fire in the radiation room could be controlled without damage to sealed sources or safety systems and without radiation overexposures of personnel.
