Section 246-229-0020 - How do I get approval for particle accelerator installation and use?(1) Anyone installing or using particle accelerators in Washington state must get department approval by registering with the department according to chapter 246-224 WAC, Radiation protection -- Radiation machine assembly and registration, prior to installation or use of the particle accelerator.(2) A registrant must submit the following information: (a) A membership list showing the establishment of a radiation safety committee;(b) An identified radiation safety officer;(c) A qualified expert's radiation shielding and safety plan review for approval according to chapter 246-225 WAC, Radiation protection -- X rays in the healing arts; and(d) Operating and emergency procedures.(3) If the particle accelerator is intended for human use: (a) The designated user must be a physician with training and experience in deep therapy techniques or in the use of particle accelerators to treat humans; and(b) The registrant must appoint a radiation safety committee.(4) To submit registration and questions, contact the department by phone or mail at: Washington State Health Department
Division of Radiation Protection
Attn: X-Ray Registration
P.O. Box 47827
Olympia, WA 98504-7827 360-236-3230 or 1-800-299-XRAY
(5) A facility may not operate a particle accelerator: (a) Without approval from the department; and(b) If any applicable requirement in this chapter is not met.Wash. Admin. Code § 246-229-0020
Statutory Authority: RCW 70.98.050 and [70.98.]080. 02-14-050, § 246-229-0020, filed 6/27/02, effective 7/28/02.