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25 Pa. Code § 227a.54. Permanent radiographic installations.

§ 227a.54. Permanent radiographic installations.

 (a)  Entrance controls. Permanent radiographic installations having high radiation area entrance controls of the types described in 10 CFR 20.1601 and 20.1902 (relating to control of access to high radiation areas; and posting requirements) must also meet the following requirements:

   (1)  Each entrance that is used for personnel access to the high radiation area in a permanent radiographic installation must have both visible and audible warning signals to warn of the presence of radiation. The visible signal shall be activated by radiation whenever the X-ray source is energized. The audible signal shall be activated when an attempt is made to enter the installation while the X-ray source is energized.

   (2)  The entrance control device or alarm system shall be tested for proper function prior to beginning operations on each day of use.

   (3)  The industrial radiographic system may not be used if an entrance control device or alarm system is not operating properly. If an entrance control device or alarm system is not functioning properly, it shall be removed from service and repaired or replaced immediately. If no replacement is available, the facility may continue to be used if the registrant implements the continuous surveillance under 10 CFR 34.51 and 34.53 (relating to surveillance; and posting), §  225.85 (relating to surveys and survey records) and uses an alarming ratemeter. Before the entrance control device or alarm system is returned to service, the RSO or an individual designated by the RSO shall validate the repair.

 (b)  Records. Records of the tests performed under subsection (a) shall be maintained for inspection by the Department for 5 years.


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