C.M.R. 10, 144, ch. 220, pt. E, subpt. F, app 144-220-E-F-B

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Appendix 144-220-E-F-B - ITEMS TO BE COVERED DURING THE INSPECTION OF RADIOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT

I. Radiographic exposure devices shall be inspected for:

A. Abnormal surface radiation levels anywhere on camera, collimator, or guide tube;

B. Condition of safety plugs;

C. Proper operation of locking mechanism;

D. Condition of the pigtail connector;

E. Condition of the carrying device (straps, handle, etc.); and

F. Proper handling and legible labeling.

II. Guide tubes shall be inspected for:

A. Rust, dirt, or sludge buildup inside the guide tube;

B. Condition of the guide tube connector;

C. Condition of the source stop;

D. Kinks or damage that could prevent proper operation; and

E. Presence of radioactive contamination.

III. Control cables and control drive mechanisms shall be inspected for:

A. Proper control drive mechanism with camera, as appropriate;

B. Changes in general operating characteristics;

C. Condition of connector on drive cable;

D. Drive cable flexibility, wear, and rust;

E. Excessive wear or damage to control drive mechanism parts;

F. Damage to drive cable conduit that could prevent the cable from moving freely;

G. Proper connector mating between the drive cable and the pigtail;

H. Proper operation of source position indicator, if applicable; and

I. Presence of radioactive contamination.

IV. Pipeliners shall be inspected for:

A. Abnormal surface radiation;

B. Changes in the general operating characteristics of the unit;

C. Proper operation of shutter mechanism;

D. Chafing or binding of shutter mechanism;

E. Damage to the device that might impair its operation;

F. Proper operation of locking mechanism;

G. Proper drive mechanism with camera, as appropriate;

H. Condition of carrying device (strap, handle, etc.); and

I. Proper and legible labeling.

V. X-ray equipment shall be inspected for:

A. Change in the general operating characteristics of the unit;

B. Wear of electrical cables and connectors;

C. Proper and legible labeling of console;

D. Proper console with machine, as appropriate;

E. Proper operation of locking mechanism;

F. Proper operation of timer run-down cutoff; and

G. Damage to tube head housing that might result in excessive radiation levels.

C.M.R. 10, 144, ch. 220, pt. E, subpt. F, app 144-220-E-F-B