Oregon Health Authority
Public Health Division - Chapter 333
Division 106
X-RAYS IN THE HEALING ARTS
333-106-0310
Additional Requirements for Radiographic Machines: Source-to-Skin Distance
(1) All mobile or portable radiographic systems shall be provided with means to limit the source-to-skin distance to equal to or greater than 30 cm. This is considered to have been met when the collimator or cone provides the required limits.
(2) Any device provided to limit the SSD must be durable and securely fastened to the system.
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 453.605 - 453.807
Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 453.605 - 453.807
History:
PH 12-2006, f. & cert. ef. 6-16-06
HD 1-1991, f. & cert. ef. 1-8-91
HD 4-1985, f. & ef. 3-20-85