6 Colo. Code Regs. § 1007-1-5.8

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, June 10, 2024
Section 6 CCR 1007-1-5.8 - Locking of Sources of Radiation, Storage Containers and Source Changers
5.8.1 Each radiographic exposure device must have a lock or outer locked container designed to prevent unauthorized or accidental removal of the sealed source from its shielded position.
5.8.1.1 The exposure device and/or its container must be kept locked (if a keyed lock, the key must be removed at all times) when not under the direct surveillance of a radiographer or a radiographer's assistant except at permanent radiographic installations as stated in 5.22.
5.8.1.2 In addition, during radiographic operations the sealed source assembly must be secured in the shielded position each time the source is returned to that position.
5.8.2 Each sealed source storage container and source changer must have a lock or outer locked container designed to prevent unauthorized or accidental removal of the sealed source from its shielded position. Storage containers and source changers must be kept locked (if a keyed lock, the key must be removed at all times) when containing sealed sources except when under the direct surveillance of a radiographer or a radiographer's assistant.
5.8.3 The control panel of each radiation machine shall be equipped with a lock that will prevent the unauthorized use of an x-ray system or the accidental production of radiation. The radiation machine shall be kept locked and the key removed at all times except when under the direct visual surveillance of a radiographer or a radiographer's assistant.

6 CCR 1007-1-5.8

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