N.M. Admin. Code § 20.3.9.902

Current through Register Vol. 36, No. 1, January 14, 2025

Section 20.3.9.902 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A REGISTRATION FOR PARTICLE ACCELERATORS

In addition to the requirements of Subpart 2 [20.3.2 NMAC], a registration application for use of a particle accelerator will be approved only if the Department determines that:

A. the applicant is qualified by reason of training and experience to use the accelerator in question for the purpose requested in accordance with Subparts 4, 9, and 10 [20.3.4 NMAC, 20.3.9 NMAC and 20.3.10 NMAC] of these regulations in such a manner as to minimize danger to public health and safety or property;

B. the applicant's proposed or existing equipment, facilities, and operating and emergency procedures are adequate to protect health and minimize danger to public health and safety or property;

C. the issuance of the registration will not be inimical to the health and safety of the public, and the applicant satisfies any applicable special requirements in Section 903 [20.3.9.903 NMAC] of these regulations;

D. the applicant has appointed a radiation safety officer;

E. the applicant and the applicant's staff have substantial experience in the use of particle accelerators for the intended uses;

F. the applicant has established a radiation safety committee to approve, in advance, proposals for uses of particle accelerators, whenever deemed necessary by the Department; and

G. the applicant has an adequate training program for particle accelerator operators.

N.M. Admin. Code § 20.3.9.902

5-3-95; 20.3.9.902 NMAC--Rn, 20 NMAC 3.1.9.902, Recompiled 11/27/01