Maintenance processes in X-ray unit includes :

Check for radiation LEAKAGE: Once in a month you can check for radiation leakage by checking radiation shielding ( broken window, broken collimator, glass or shutter, hole in the wall).

Operation in Positive Beam Limitation (PBL): Make SURE that the x-rays are inhibited when in the PBL model and not at 72” or 42” SID. This should be done on a daily basis.

Check for FILTER or mirror: If kV is greater than 49kV even when collimator filter is off, exposure to x-rays must be inhibited. The ready light should be turned off. This check can ALSO be done on daily basis.

Maintenance processes in X-ray unit includes :

Check for radiation leakage: Once in a month you can check for radiation leakage by checking radiation shielding ( broken window, broken collimator, glass or shutter, hole in the wall).

Operation in Positive Beam Limitation (PBL): Make sure that the x-rays are inhibited when in the PBL model and not at 72” or 42” SID. This should be done on a daily basis.

Check for filter or mirror: If kV is greater than 49kV even when collimator filter is off, exposure to x-rays must be inhibited. The ready light should be turned off. This check can also be done on daily basis.