Section 246-229-0090 - What are the minimum requirements for particle accelerator use?The minimum requirements for the registrant to use a particle accelerator are to:
(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.Wash. Admin. Code § 246-229-0090
Statutory Authority: RCW 70.98.050 and [70.98.]080. 02-14-050, § 246-229-0090, filed 6/27/02, effective 7/28/02.