University of Kentucky
Radiation Safety Manual,
Radiation-Producing Devices
Word® Version, of the Manual
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 -- Preface
Chapter 2 -- UK Radiation Safety Program
Introduction Radiation Safety Organizational Chart
Responsibilities
Radiation Safety Committee
Radiation Safety Officer
Authorized User
Vendor Radiation Safety
Request for Special Safety Investigations
Chapter 3 -- Acquisition of Radiation Producing Devices
Registration
Chapter 4 -- Radiation Worker Registration and Training
Training
Chapter 5 -- Radiation Protection Policies and Procedures
Radiation Control Measures
Exposure Limits
Survey Instruments
Posting and Labeling Requirements
Inspections
Chapter 6 -- Personnel Radiation Exposure Monitoring
Monitoring Requirements
Procedures for Monitoring Devices
Personnel Monitoring Reports
UK Pregnant Employee - Fetal Dose Policy
ALARA Levels and Notifications
Overexposure
Chapter 7 -- ALARA Program
Chapter 8 -- Analytical X-ray Safety Procedures
Radiation Emergency Procedures
Chapter 9 -- Dental X-ray Units
Chapter 10 -- Diagnostic X-ray Units
Fluoroscopic Procedures
Chapter 11 -- Particle Accelerators
Chapter 12 -- Veterinary X-ray Units
Chapter 13 -- Miscellaneous Devices
Appendix A -- X-ray Registration Form
Appendix B -- Radiation Worker Registration Form
Appendix C -- Glossary
Radiation Safety