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Radiation Shielding Requirements Radiation Shielding
Radiation exposure limits must be in accordance with all local, state, and federal requirements. It is the responsibility of the customer to perform a proper radiation survey in order to determine the exclusion zone.
Care should be taken when determining a site location. Factors such as shielding design, proximity to buildings, and occupancy of the surrounding areas must be considered. An exclusion zone around the mobile unit may be necessary. Refer to
Figure 4: Radiation Shielding Plan View for additional information. Radiation Field Information
It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure a safe environment with respect to the radiation field. Due to radioactivity levels associated with patient handling and diagnostic procedures used in PET/CT scanning, an exclusion zone must be maintained while in use. Customer must contact their local Radiation Safety Operation Official for the federal, state, and local guidelines and must comply with these safety requirements. Operator needs to make their own exposure dose measurements to include radiation from patients
when determining the outside “Keep Away Zone” (chained-off area). Customer Power Requirements
It is the operator’s responsibility to verify that the shore power receptacle is of the same type and voltage as the connection that is supplied by AMST. Failure to do this can result in injury or death to the operator of the mobile unit as well as irreparable damage to the mobile unit. The standard connector for the unit is a Russellstoll DS2504MP 480V 200A Plug. If an existing site currently implements a different connector or connector configuration, please contact AMST in order to arrange for a compatible power connector before the unit leaves the facility.
Lockout/Tagout A Lockout/Tagout provision in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.147 is required. The facility shore power disconnect device must be located within 40’- 0” of the unit and must provide for an effective lockout/tagout to facilitate safe service and maintenance of the unit.
One electrical power source receptacle is required for operation of the PET/CT system. It must be capable of providing 480 Volt A.C., 3 Phase, 112.5 KVA, fused at 150 Amps. One source provides power to the medical system and the trailer systems, such as lighting and air conditioning.
The information contained in this booklet is the property of AMST. The contents are confidential. They may not be used, either partially or wholly, for any purpose inconsistent with the purpose for which it was produced. The contents may not be reproduced or disclosed without written permission of AMST.
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