X-ray
The purpose of Minnesota Rule, Chapter 4732 is to control and prevent hazards to health and safety from ionizing radiation, without limiting or interfering with its constructive uses. Except as otherwise specifically provided, this chapter applies to all persons who receive, possess, use, transfer, own or acquire any radiation-producing equipment. The scope of this chapter does not include those sources of ionizing radiation known as radioactive materials, which are covered by Chapter 4731.
Requirements Following X-Ray Tube Replacement
Information Notice
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is issuing an Information Notice (IN) to medical, dental, computed tomography (CT), veterinary registrants, and service providers to underscore the requirements in 4732.1100 and 4732.0280 regarding the necessary installation calibration tests performed following x-ray tube replacements prior to any patient use. MDH expects recipients to review the information for applicability to their facilities and to consider appropriate actions, if necessary. However, the information in this notice is not a new requirement; therefore, no specific action or written response is required.
RadTown USA
RadTown USA is a virtual community showing of a wide variety of radiation sources as you may encounter them in everyday life. You can visit RadTown at www.epa.gov/radtown.
Site Map
4732 Information: Information Notices (ALARA, Crossover, CT Repeat Analysis, Inspection Survival, Radiation Audit, Technique Chart). Sample Documents (Annual Audit, Crossover Worksheet, RSO Delegation Agreement, Repeat Reject Worksheet, Utilization Log). Training Presentations.
4732 Rules: Links to specific Rule parts. Links to the Rule, Sonar, and specific changes.
Industrial Radiographer: Exam dates and information.
Mammography: Mammography Quality Standards Act information.
Publications: X-ray Bulletins.
Quality Control: QC guidelines, forms and documents.
Radiation Safety Officer: RSO training resources and Delegation Agreement.
Reciprocity: Temporary equipment application.
Registration Forms: Initial and Additional Registrations, Equipment Transfer and Change of Facility Information forms.
Screening: Screening application and Annual Report form.
Service Provider: Service Provider registration form, renewal form, vendor lists
Shielding: Shielding Plan form. Placard requirements.
X-ray FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions.
X-ray Operator: Examination process. Limited Scope Exam application. ARRT contact and exam information. Classes, online course and educational materials.