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X-Rays and Radiation Safety Principles in Dentistry
Dental x-rays are important for maintaining an individual’s optimal oral health. Like with any x-ray procedure, there are radiation safety principles that have been put in place to protect both
A Beginner’s Guide to Radiation Protection Surveys
The purpose of a radiation protection survey is to identify higher-than-normal doses of radiation in medical environments, labs, and anywhere radiation-emitting machines or RAM are used. In this brief guide we’ll talk about what a radiation protection survey is, why it is important, and the type of equipment required to perform a radiation protection survey.
The Basics of Radiation Shielding in Medicine
Basic radiation protection guidelines can be summed up in three simple concepts: time, distance, and shielding. While both limiting the time spent and increasing the proximity to an ionizing radiation source is something that lies within the power of the individual, shielding and X-ray room design require careful planning and execution by the facility or Radiation Safety Officer.
What are Radiation Medical Events and How to Prevent Them
When radiation is administered improperly it is classified as a radiation medical event. A radiation medical event can occur when certain forms of radioactive sources are applied differently from what was intended or prescribed.
How to Increase Dosimetry Compliance Rates with Versant Physics Proven Management Process
It can be a challenge to get workers to wear and read their dosimeters in accordance with state and federal regulations. This leads many RSOs to wonder if it is possible to improve dosimetry compliance rates, particularly in large programs that have hundreds of occupationally exposed individuals to monitor.
Why We Need Laser Safety Officers
The role of the Laser Safety Officer (or LSO) is a key element to a successful laser safety program. But what is that they do?
