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Did you know????  The Radiation Safety Department will now allow Approved Testers to issue a compliance certificate for new equipment, when the source reference number is not available. Testers can do this by using the “Authorisation Number”, listed in the left column of the Schedule 2, in conjunction with the Manufacturer, Model name or number and x-ray tube serial number. Management licence holders will need to supply this information to Approved Testers prior to the completion of the radiation assessment report. It is therefore advisable for management licence holders to apply to vary the management licence as soon as possible, if you intend to change the scope of your practice, such as the number or types of radiation sources involved. The application must be approved by the Department, and therefore an Authorisation Number issued, before the proposed changes occur. Also, a shielding report and evidence of shielding may be required, whether it is a new or existing room. It is an offence against the Radiation Act for a management licence holder to take possession of a new radiation source before that activity has been authorised in their licence. 

We still have limited places available in our first training course for 2017 – the x-ray service engineers and installers radiation safety course. This 2-day course will be held in Hurstbridge, Victoria, Thursday 23rd-Friday 24th February. Please contact Emily – emily@radtest.com.au to book ASAP.

Did you know that there are specific licences required for work with certain forms of radiation? Working with radiation, e.g. portable neutron-type moisture/density gauges, medical imaging and industrial x-ray equipment, can have its risks however correct training will show you how to minimise risks to work safely around radiation. We can advise on how to apply and what training might be required. RadTest will be offering two radiation safety course in 2017. We will continue with the course for operators wishing to apply for a licence to use soil moisture/density gauges in NSW. We are now approved to run this course for anybody wanting a licence in Victoria. NEW!!!  RadTest will also be offering the basic radiation safety course for those wanting to apply for a licence to service and install x-ray equipment. We will be running this course in NSW and VIC. Please click here for Training information and how to enroll.

The radiation at of 2005 states that all prescribed radiation sources such as x-ray machines must be issued with a certificate of compliance and Radtest we are registered by the Department of Health as approved testers and can provide periodic testing certificates against the radiation safety standards for the following Plain Film Radiographic X-ray Equipment Fluoroscopic X-ray Equipment Computed Tomography Scanners Mammography X-ray Equipment Compliance is designed to set safety standards to not only give optimal image quality but to also insure minimum necessary dose to the patient. The periods between tests vary from machine to machine, Computed Tomography Scanners and Mammography X-ray Equipment certification is only valid for one year whereas Plain Film Radiographic X-ray Equipment and Fluoroscopic X-ray Equipment need to be checked every two years. Certificates of compliance can only be issued by companies who have valid testers approval by the Department of Health and we have the necessary qualifications and experience in assessing if you’re x-ray machines comply with the relevant radiation safety standards governed by the radiation act of 2005 The Department of Health regulates the use of radiation as a means to protect people and environments from its harmful effects thus the need for

Our final NMDG course for 2016 is coming up soon, see details below. Please email Emily ASAP to book, places are filling up fast! emily@radtest.com.au Date: Wednesday 19th October, Venue: Rowers on Cooks River, 1 Levey St, Wolli Creek NSW 2205, Time: 10:00 am to 3:30 pm, Cost: $495+GST per person (fully catered)

RadTest Australia seems to have been well and truly involved over the last few months with  the numerous medical imaging equipment upgrades and new installations with both regulatory compliance testing and radiation shielding design and confirmation being required in many states.  Our staff have travelled the length of the country from the Northern Territory to Tasmania and apart from the compliance testing and certification have also been actively involved in regulatory consultancy advising clients on the steps to follow in registering new or upgraded imaging systems.  It is important to remember that in many states the management licensee is or may be required to seek approval from the applicable regulatory authority prior to purchasing an X-ray unit as the location in which the new system is to be installed may require radiation shielding installed or at least verified as being adequate to meet protection requirements.  It is advisable to contact our office early in the planning phase as this will avoid delays in registering the X-ray unit and ensure a smooth transition from the old to the new or the gala opening of that brand new department.