South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-65 - Particle Accelerators (Title C)
Part I - GENERAL PROVISIONS
Section 61-65.I.RHC 1.5 - Exemptions

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 61-65.I.RHC 1.5

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

1.5.1 The Department may, upon application by any user or upon its own initiative, grant such exemptions from the requirements of these regulations as it determines are authorized by law and will not result in undue hazard to life, health, or property. Applications for exemptions shall specify why such exemptions are necessary.

1.5.2 Before granting an exemption, the Department shall determine that there is reasonable and adequate assurance that:

1.5.2.1 The occupational dose to any individual adult will not exceed those specified in "Occupational Dose Limits for Adults" of R.61-64, X-Rays (Title B).

1.5.2.2 The dose to an individual member of the public will not exceed those specified in "Dose Limits for Individual Members of the Public" of R.61-64, X-Rays (Title B).

1.5.2.3 There is no significant hazard to life or property. RHC 1.6 Additional Requirements.

1.6.1 The Department may, by rule, regulation, or order, impose upon any registrant such requirements in addition to those established in these regulations 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 and 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. Prior to operation of radiation producing equipment not specifically covered in these regulations, the facility and the vendor shall submit for review and approval to the Department a listing of manufacturer's specifications for the equipment, an analysis of exposure rates around the equipment, and written operating procedures describing how the equipment is to be used.

1.6.4 Radiation Safety Officer. The registrant shall designate an individual who will be responsible for radiation protection at the facility. Such individual shall:

1.6.4.1 Be qualified by training and experience concerning all hazards and precautions involved in operating the equipment for which he is responsible;

1.6.4.2 Develop and implement a program of radiation safety for effective compliance with the applicable requirements of these regulations;

1.6.4.3 Give instructions concerning hazards and safety practices to individuals who may be exposed to radiation from the particle accelerators;

1.6.4.4 Ensure that surveys are made, procedures are carried out, and radiation safety instructions are given as required by these regulations.

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