X-Ray Safety Program Online
Introduction
The purpose, application, and scope of this program is covered in this section.
Emergency Procedures
Information regarding emergency telephone numbers and the laboratory line of authority.
Radiation Safety-Organization
Discussion of the univesity committee structure overseeing the safe use of radioactive materials and related equipment.
Equipment
Rules set for the safe use of diagnostic, analytical, or cabinet X-ray systems
Exposure Protection
It is the policy of VT to reduce occupational exposures to a level that is as low as reasonably achievable.
Diagnostic Equipment
The following rules are to ensure the safe use of human-use and veterinary-use diagnostic X-ray equipment.
Analytical Equipment
The following rules govern the use of analytical X-ray equipment (e.g. diffractometers and ESCA's) at Virginia Tech.
Cabinet Systems
The rules in this section apply to cabinet X-ray systems.
Miscellaneous Equipment
Appliations for miscellaneous X-ray producing equipment such as electron microscopes, Auger's, and luminoscopes.
Definitions
Terms and definitions used in the X-Ray Safety Program.
Training Information
Training modules intended for individuals at Virginia Tech to receive specific certifications.
Required Postings
Postings required for x-ray use spaces.
More Information
Contact information for additional resources.