Radiation Quality Program

1.1 All Patient of Medical Services Administration.

2.1 Monitoring the changes in the percentage of radiation exposure to the patient or in the quality of image that may effect on the diagnosis accuracy.

5.1 Quality control techniques.

5.2 X-ray system.

5.3 Quality Control of lead apron.

6.1 Lead apron:

6.1.1. Lead apron should be properly hanged on a hanger when not in use.

6.1.2. Lead apron should not be folded.

6.1.3. Lead apron should not be exposed to high temperature.

6.1.4. Spills on the apron should be cleaned immediately.

6.1.5. Lead apron should not be dropped on floor table or sharp surface after use.

6.2 Quality control for personal dosimeter (Badges):

6.2.1. When not being worn dosimeters it shall be stored away from heat and radiation sources and should not be taken home or worn away from work.

6.2.2. All dosimeters shall be returned promptly at the end of the monitoring period.

6.3 Keeping Records:

6.3.1. Keep a copy of the radiation report of the x-ray room.

6.3.2. Keep a copy of the lead apron quality testing report.

6.3.3. Keep a copy of the technical reports.

6.3.4. Keep a copy of the operating manual and the application of the manufacturer recommendations.

7.1 All staff of Radiology Unit.

9.1 Ministry of Health Manual for Radiology Unit.