South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-64 - X-Rays (Title B)
Part I - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 61-64.I.RHB 1.6 - Additional Requirements

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-64.I.RHB 1.6

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

1.6.1 The Department may, by rule, regulation, or order, impose upon any registrant such requirements in addition to those established in this regulation as it deems appropriate or necessary to minimize danger to public health and safety or property.

1.6.2 The Department is authorized to inspect and investigate the premises, operations, and personnel of any radiation installation, whether or not such installation is required to be registered by the Department, for the purpose of studying and evaluating the health hazard(s) caused by the use and operation of such machines and material.

1.6.3 Equipment Not Covered In Regulations. X-ray producing equipment not specifically covered in this regulation shall not be sold or operated until the Department approves the equipment.

1.6.3.1 Prior to the sale and operation of x-ray producing equipment not specifically covered in this regulation, the seller shall submit for review and approval to the Department:
1.6.3.1.1 A listing of manufacturer's specifications for the equipment;

1.6.3.1.2 An analysis of exposure rates for the equipment;

1.6.3.1.3 Independent radiation safety studies of the equipment;

1.6.3.1.4 Training materials in the use of the equipment;

1.6.3.1.5 Verification of compliance with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, if applicable;

1.6.3.1.6 Written procedures for use of the equipment;

1.6.3.1.7 User's manual of the equipment; and

1.6.3.1.8 A completed application using the current version of the forms provided by the Department.

1.6.3.2 Facilities who install, purchase, and/or utilize equipment that was approved according to RHB 1.6.3 shall adhere to the guidelines of use document issued by the Department at the time of the unit's approval.

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