R 333.5037 Registration of radiation machines.

Rule 37. (1) A person with 1 or more radiation machines shall do both of the following: (a) Apply for registration of each radiation machine with the department before operating the machine. Application for registration shall be completed on forms provided by the department and shall contain all the information required by the form and associated instructions. The appropriate registration fee specified in R 333.5043 shall be submitted with the application. (b) Designate, on the application form, a radiation protection supervisor to be responsible for radiation protection and ensure that the individual meets all of the following: (i) Has completed a radiation safety officer training course, completed educational courses related to ionizing radiation safety, or has experience in the use and familiarity with the type of equipment used. (ii) Is knowledgeable about the hazards and precautions in the handling of the radiation machines for which this individual is responsible. (iii) Has read and understands the applicable requirements of these rules. (iv) Authorizes operation of radiation machines only by individuals who have received instructions in their safe use. These instructions shall include, but are not limited to, the proper use of individual monitoring devices, the registrant’s operating and safety procedures, and all other applicable rules governing the use of the radiation machine that the individual will be operating. (v) Has the authority to make or cause to be made radiation surveys and other procedures as may be necessary to demonstrate compliance with these rules. (vi) Has the authority to make or cause to be made changes as may be necessary to comply with these rules. (2) A person that registers 1 or more radiation machines will be issued a department facility registration number.