Industrial Radiography

Radiation shielding needs for industrial radiography rooms depend on many variables such as patient workload, size of room, adjacent area use and status and other concerns.

HPNW will verify all clinical and design parameters so that the recommended radiation shielding is specifically designed for the room. NCRP Guidelines and restrictive allowable dose limits are used to ensure a safe working environment and regulatory compliance.

Shielding Request Checklist

  • Room Detail
    • Scale Drawing
    • Floor-to-Floor Heights (if occupied)
    • Floor / Ceiling Concrete Thickness (if occupied)
  • Facility Address & Contact Information
  • Billing Address & Contact Information

* Please note that we cannot complete the shielding reports until all information has been received and is accurate.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is a shielding evaluation required?

It is the responsibility of the facility to ensure that radiation levels in adjacent areas are acceptably low. This is accomplished by completing a shielding evaluation.

Can a shielding evaluation be done for radioactive materials as well as X-Ray?

Shielding calculations can be done for any source or combination of radiation sources.

Can materials other than lead be used for shielding?

Industrial radiography rooms often use lead, concrete, CMU blocks or a combination of materials for shielding.