R 325.5241 Use of safety equipment.

Rule 241. (1) Requirements for safety interlocks, protective enclosures, protective clothing, precautionary labels, or any other safety equipment presumes the proper use of such equipment. Unauthorized override of safety interlocks or other intentional misuse or non-use of required safety equipment shall be considered willful violation of these rules. (2) The radiation supervisor shall request, in writing, from the department, authorization to override safety interlocks. The request shall include justification, precautionary procedures during override, and statement of immediate supervision by the radiation protection supervisor or his or her authorized representative. Prior approval by the department is required. Approval may be granted by written condition on the specific license or registration certificate or by telephone followed by written confirmation from the department. RECORDS, REPORTS AND NOTIFICATION