Washington Administrative Code
Title 246 - Health, Department of
RADIATION
Chapter 246-229 - Radiation protection - Particle accelerators
Section 246-229-0090 - What are the minimum requirements for particle accelerator use?

(1) Register the accelerator with the department;

(2) Submit plan review/shielding design to the department and receive written approval;

(3) Train operators and users;

(4) Complete a qualified expert's radiation protection survey of the room/area initially and after any changes in shielding, equipment, or occupancy of adjacent areas;

(5) Provide appropriate portable radiation monitoring equipment that is operable and tested daily, and calibrated every six months, or after any service/repair;

(6) Develop operating and emergency procedures and keep a copy of the current procedures at the accelerator control panel; and

(7) If applicable, provide the means and guidance to determine airborne particulate radioactivity present in areas of airborne hazards, and/or particulate radiation contamination (smear surveys) in target and other pertinent areas.