Mammo Shielding

Radiation shielding needs for mammography 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

  • Equipment Detail
    • Unit Make / Model
    • Patient Workload
  • 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.

Will the entire mammography room need shielding?

Mammography shielding needs are usually minimal and may be satisfied by materials other than lead.