WAC 246-227-170. Appendix A—Minimum subjects to be covered in training radiographers

(1) Fundamentals of radiation safety: (a) Characteristics of ionizing radiation; (b) Units of radiation dose (mrem) and quantity of radioactivity (curie); (c) Hazards of exposure to radiation: (i) Radiation protection standards; (ii) Biological effects of radiation dose; (d) Levels of radiation from X-ray machines; (e) Methods of controlling radiation dose: (i) Working time; (ii) Working distances; (iii) Shielding. (2) Radiation detection instrumentation to be used: (a) Use of radiation survey instruments: (i) Operation; (ii) Calibration; (iii) Limitations; (b) Survey techniques; (c) Use of personnel monitoring equipment: (i) Film badges; (ii) Pocket dosimeters; (iii) Thermoluminescent dosimeters. (3) Operation and control of X-ray equipment. (4) The requirements of pertinent federal and state regulations. (5) The registrant's written operating and emergency procedures. (6) Case histories of radiography accidents.