WAC 246-229-0090. What are the minimum requirements for particle accelerator use?

The minimum requirements for the registrant to use a particle accelerator are to: (1) Register the accelerator with the department; (2) Submit plan review/shielding design to the department and receive written approval; (3) Train operators and users; (4) Complete a qualified expert's radiation protection survey of the room/area initially and after any changes in shielding, equipment, or occupancy of adjacent areas; (5) Provide appropriate portable radiation monitoring equipment that is operable and tested daily, and calibrated every six months, or after any service/repair; (6) Develop operating and emergency procedures and keep a copy of the current procedures at the accelerator control panel; and (7) If applicable, provide the means and guidance to determine airborne particulate radioactivity present in areas of airborne hazards, and/or particulate radiation contamination (smear surveys) in target and other pertinent areas.