South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-64 - X-Rays (Title B)
Part III - STANDARDS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST RADIATION
Section 61-64.III.RHB 3.13 - Control of Access to High Radiation Areas

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-64.III.RHB 3.13

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

3.13.1 The registrant shall ensure that each entrance or access point to a high radiation area has one (1) or more of the following features:

3.13.1.1 A control device that, upon entry into the area, causes the level of radiation to be reduced below that level at which an individual might receive a deep dose equivalent of 0.1 rem (1 mSv) in one (1) hour at thirty centimeters (30 cm) from the source of radiation from any surface that the radiation penetrates;

3.13.1.2 A control device that energizes a conspicuous visible or audible alarm signal so that the individual entering the high radiation area and the supervisor of the activity are made aware of the entry; or

3.13.1.3 Entryways that are locked, except during periods when access to the areas is required, with positive control over each individual entry.

3.13.2 In place of the controls required by RHB 3.13.1 for a high radiation area, the registrant may substitute continuous direct or electronic surveillance that is capable of preventing unauthorized entry.

3.13.3 The registrant may apply to the Department for approval of alternative methods for controlling access to high radiation areas.

3.13.4 The registrant shall establish the controls required by RHB 3.13.1 and 3.13.3 in a way that does not prevent individuals from leaving a high radiation area.

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