Working Rules for the Dental Xray Machine

Working rules are essential to ensure that all types of x-ray equipment are used in accordance with legal requirements and with a high standard of safety.

1. The authorised user of the machine is Dr David Causer. No other personnel are currently licensed or authorised to operate the machine.
2. These working rules are to be securely attached to the x-ray machine at all times.
3. The key for the main switch is to be kept in a secure location by the Physics supervising technician for lecture theatres. The key is not to be left in the machine when not in use.
4. The primary beam is to be intercepted by a suitable radiation beam stop.
5. The primary beam may not be directed at students or any other person.
6. Exposure to the primary x-ray beam and scattered x-rays must be avoided at all times.
7. Immediate measures must be taken to remove potentially hazardous situations arising from x-ray beams that may be emitted due to an equipment defect, misalignment or any other reason.
8. The operator must ensure that the x-ray radiation warning label is clearly visible on the x-ray tube housing.
9. Observers should remain at a safe distance during exposures. A minimum of three meters between the beam path and observers is appropriate.
10. The School Radiation Safety Officer (SRSO) is: Dr Nick Warrington
11. Service may only be carried out by a service technician with a suitable license from the Radiological Council.
12. All accidents and incidents must be reported to the SRSO and Safety and Health