Summary: USF Radiation Safety
Research X-ray Safety Manual
The Manual will:
Provide the basic fundamentals of X-ray devices.
Explain the hazards of X-ray devices used in USF research.
Provide THREE ways to reduce x-ray exposure.
Explain USF requirements and responsibilities for the safe use of X-ray devices.
Help X-ray users recognize and respond to unsafe conditions.
Office of Research
Division of Research Compliance
Radiation Safety Office
August 2003
Manual contents
Introduction
X-rays in general
Tubes
Interactions
Types
Hazards
Effects

Source: Arslan, Hüseyin - Department of Electrical Engineering, University of South Florida

Collections: Engineering