GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF

COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW

Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

INSTRUCTIONS FOR X-RAY REGISTRATION

In accordance with the Radiation Control Act, Chapter 31-13 of the Official Code of Georgia
Annotated, and the Rules and Regulations for X-Ray, Chapter 290-5-22, users of radiation
machines are required to be registered with the Department prior to the operation of X-ray
equipment in Georgia. An approved registration requires submission of a registration application,
an approved shielding design, and an initial inspection.

The Department will acknowledge receipt of all relevant materials. Disapproved shielding designs
will be returned for modification. Facility registration is not transferable, however an approved
shielding design for a specified facility may be used by a subsequent owner for registration
purposes, provided x-ray use is within specified conditions. Relocations require a new
application, shielding design and an initial inspection.

Be advised that: A FACILITY MAY NOT OPERATE X-RAY MACHINES UNTIL AN INITIAL
INSPECTION IS DONE. FAILURE TO REGISTER YOUR MACHINES IN ACCORDANCE WITH
REGULATIONS WILL CAUSE YOU TO BE SUBJECT TO CIVIL MONEY PENALTIES NOT TO
EXCEED $1,000.00 OR DENIAL OF REGISTRATION OR BOTH. Due to a backlog of
inspections, the X-ray Unit is approximately six weeks behind in completing initial inspections. If
you wish to operate the X-ray equipment sooner, you may opt to have an individual qualified at §
§ 290-5-22-.02(1)(d) and .02(4) to perform the initial inspection at your own expense.

Enclosed is a package of information that contains forms and materials that you are required to
submit to this Office within (30) days. The materials included are:

___ 1. Rules and Regulations for X-Rays www.dch.georgia.gov

___ 2. Shielding Design Format Requirements with example
___ 3. Reportable Incidents Instruction
___ 4. Initial Inspection Form

Any questions concerning the requirements in this letter may be addressed by calling 404-657-
5400. To aid you in completing the forms, directions are enclosed in your packet.

Revised 3/17/2010 Equal Opportunity Employer

 PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

All applications for state licensure and registration submitted after March 1, 2006 will
require a notarized personal identification affidavit. This affidavit is for your X-ray
facility. Please see the attached affidavit and list of documents that establish identity.

The application, shielding design and affidavit must be mailed together. Please do not
fax. This will delay the registration process.

Please mail the original to:

Department of Community Health

Healthcare Facility Regulation Division
Health Care Section – Diagnostic Services
2 Peachtree Street, NW, Suite 31-447
Atlanta, GA 30303-3142
Attention: X-ray Unit
 Secure and Verifiable Documents Under O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2
Issued August 1, 2011 by the Office of the Attorney General, Georgia

The Illegal Immigration Reform and Enforcement Act of 2011 (“IIREA”) provides that “[n]ot
later than August 1, 2011, the Attorney General shall provide and make public on the
Department of Law’s website a list of acceptable secure and verifiable documents. The list shall
be reviewed and updated annually by the Attorney General.” O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(f). The
Attorney General may modify this list on a more frequent basis, if necessary.

The following list of secure and verifiable documents, published under the authority of O.C.G. A.
§ 50-36-2, contains documents that are verifiable for identification purposes, and documents on
this may not necessarily be indicative of residency or immigration status.

• A United States passport or passport card [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A United States military identification card [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A driver’s license issued by one of the United States, the District of Columbia, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas
Islands, the United States Virgin Island, American Samoa, or the Swain Islands, provided
that it contains a photograph of the bearer or lists sufficient identifying information
regarding the bearer, such as name, date of birth, gender, height, eye color, and address to
enable the identification of the bearer [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• An identification card issued by one of the United States, the District of Columbia, the
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas
Islands, the United States Virgin Island, American Samoa, or the Swain Islands, provided
that it contains a photograph of the bearer or lists sufficient identifying information
regarding the bearer, such as name, date of birth, gender, height, eye color, and address to
enable the identification of the bearer [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A tribal identification card of a federally recognized Native American tribe, provided that it
contains a photograph of the bearer or lists sufficient identifying information regarding the
bearer, such as name, date of birth, gender, height, eye color, and address to enable the
identification of the bearer. A listing of federally recognized Native American tribes may
be found at: http://www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/BIA/OIS/TribalGovernmentServices/Tribal
Directory/ind/ex.htm [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A United States Permanent Resident Card or Alien Registration Receipt Card [O.C.G.A. §
50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• An Employment Authorization Document that contains a photograph of the bearer

[O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A passport issued by a foreign government [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A Merchant Mariner Document or Merchant Mariner Credential issued by the United
States Coast Guard [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A Free and Secure Trade (FAST) card [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 22 CFR § 41.2]

• A NEXUS card [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 22 CFR § 41.2]

• A Secure Electronic Network for Travelers Rapid Inspection (SENTRI) card [O.C.G.A. §
50-36-2(b)(3); 22 CFR § 41.2]

• A driver’s license issued by a Canadian government authority [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3);

8 CFR § 274a.2]

• A Certificate of Citizenship issued by the United Stated Department of Citizenship and

Immigration Services (USCIS) (Form N-560 or Form N-561) [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 6
CFR § 37.11]

• A Certificate of Naturalization issued by the United States Department of Citizenship and

Immigration Services (USCIS) (Form N-550 or Form N-570) [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(b)(3); 6
CFR § 37.11]

• In addition to the documents listed herein, if, in administering a public benefit or program,
an agency is required by federal law to accept a document or other form of identification
for proof of or documentation of identity, that document or other form of identification will
be deemed a secure and verifiable document solely for that particular program or
administration of that particular public benefit. [O.C.G.A. § 50-36-2(c)]
 INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING AFFIDAVIT
REQUIRED TO BECOME LICENSED

In order to obtain a license from the Department of Community Health to operate your
business, Georgia law requires every applicant to complete an affidavit (sworn written
statement) before a Notary Public that establishes that you are lawfully present in the
United States of America. This affidavit is a material part of your application and must be
completed truthfully. Your application for licensure may be denied or your license may be
revoked by the Department if it determines that you have made a material misstatement of
fact in connection with your application to become licensed. If a corporation will be
serving as the governing body of the licensed business, the individual who signs the
application on behalf of the corporation is required to complete the affidavit. Please follow
the instructions listed below.

1. Review the list of Secure and Verifiable Documents under O.C.G.A. §50-36-2 which
follows these instructions. This list contains a number of identification sources to
choose from that are considered secure and verifiable that you can use to establish
your identity, such as a U.S. driver’s license or a U.S. passport. Locate one original
document on the list to bring to the Notary Public to establish your identity.

2. Print out the affidavit. (If you do not have access to a printer, you can go to your
local library or an office supply store to print out the document for a small fee.)

3. Fill in the blanks on the Affidavit above the signature line only—BUT DO NOT
SIGN THE AFFIDAVIT at this time. (You will sign the affidavit in front of the
Notary Public.) Fill in the name of the secure and verifiable document (for example,
Georgia driver’s license, U.S. passport) that you will be presenting to the Notary
Public as proof of your identity. CAUTION: Put your initials in front of only ONE
of the choices listed on the affidavit and described here below:

• Option 1) is to be initialed by you if you are a United States citizen; or

• Option 2) is to be initialed by you if you are a legal permanent resident of the

United States. You are not a U.S. citizen but you have a green card; or

• Option 3) is to be initialed by you if you are a qualified alien or non-immigrant

(but not a U.S. citizen or a legal permanent resident) with an alien number
issued by the Department of Homeland Security or other federal immigration
agency. Fill in the alien number, as well.

4. Find a Notary Public in your area. Check the yellow pages, the internet or with a
local business, such as a bank.

5. Bring your affidavit and the identification you selected (from the list of Secure and
Verifiable Documents) to appear before the Notary Public.

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6. Show the Notary Public your secure and verifiable identification (anything on List
that follows these instructions) and state under oath in the presence of the Notary
Public that you are who you say you are and that you are in the United States
lawfully. Then sign your name.

7. Make certain that the Notary Public signs and dates the affidavit and puts when the
notary commission expires.

8. Make a copy of the affidavit and the identification that you presented to the Notary
Public for your own records.

9. Attach the ORIGINAL SIGNED AFFIDAVIT and a copy of the identification you
presented to your application for licensure. DO NOT SEND US YOUR
AFFIDAVIT SEPARATELY. IT MUST BE INCLUDED IN THE COMPLETE
APPLICATION PACKET WHICH YOU MAIL TO US.

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 O.C.G.A. § 50-36-1(e)(2) Affidavit

By executing this affidavit under oath, as an applicant for a license, permit or

registration, as referenced in O.C.G.A. § 50-36-1, from the Department of Community
Health, State of Georgia, the undersigned applicant verifies one of the following with
respect to my application for a public benefit:

1) _________ I am a United States citizen.

2) _________ I am a legal permanent resident of the United States.

3) _________ I am a qualified alien or non-immigrant under the Federal Immigration and

Nationality Act with an alien number issued by the Department of
Homeland Security or other federal immigration agency.

My alien number issued by the Department of Homeland Security or other

federal immigration agency is:____________________.

The undersigned applicant also hereby verifies that he or she is 18 years of age or older
and has provided at least one secure and verifiable document, as required by O.C.G.A.
§ 50-36-1(e)(1), with this affidavit.

The secure and verifiable document provided with this affidavit can best be classified as:
_______________________________________________________________________.

In making the above representation under oath, I understand that any person who
knowingly and willfully makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent statement or
representation in an affidavit shall be guilty of a violation of O.C.G.A. § 16-10-20, and
face criminal penalties as allowed by such criminal statute.

Executed in ___________________ (city), __________________(state).

____________________________________
Signature of Applicant

____________________________________
Printed Name of Applicant
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN
BEFORE ME ON THIS THE
___ DAY OF ___________, 20____

_________________________
NOTARY PUBLIC
My Commission Expires:
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

APPLICATION FOR X-RAY REGISTRATION

A. Applicant: ________________________________________________ Facility _____________________________________________

(Please Print or Type)

Facility Address: Mailing Address: _____________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

County: ____________________________ Telephone ( ) _______________________________ Fax ( ) ______________________

B. Has a Radiation Shielding Design for this facility been submitted to the X-ray Unit for approval: A plan must be submitted as part of the
initial registration requirements: [ ] Yes [ ] No If yes, plan review no. ___________________________________________

C. Is This Application for: (check all that apply) Have you previously registered an X-ray Facility in
Georgia? [ ] Yes [ ] No
[ ] A new facility [ ] Relocation If yes, under what name: ____________________
[ ] A purchase of new equipment [ ] Update information of _________________________________________
Previously registered and in what county: ________________________
[ ] Other __________________________________________________________________

D. Equipment type: (Indicate the number of machines in each category):

____ 1 Dental Intraoral _____ 7 Mammography _____ 13 Therapeutic (less than 0.9 Mev)
_____ 2 Dental Cephalometric _____ 8 C-Arm _____ 14 Therapeutic Accelerator
_____ 3 Dental Panographic _____ 9 Computerized Tomography _____ 15 Particle Accelerator
_____ 4 Radiographic Only _____ 10 Photofluorographic _____ 16 Cabinet X-ray
_____ 5 Fluoroscopic Only _____ 11 Analytical X-ray _____ 17 Open Beam X-ray
_____ 6 R & F Same Unit No of tubes ____ _____ 12 Particle Analyzer _____ 18 _________________________ Other
_____ 19 Bone Densitometer
E. Please check one in each category:

1. Practice 2. Facility Category

[ ] 1 Medical [ ] 6 Podiatry [ ] 1 Private Office [ ] 5 Education

[ ] 2 Dental [ ] 7 Industrial [ ] 2 Hospital [ ] 6 Industrial
[ ] 3 Chiropractic [ ] 8 Research [ ] 3 Clinic [ ] 7 Institutional
[ ] 4 Osteopathy [ ] 9 Institution [ ] 4 Mobile (see F below) [ ] 8 Specify __________
[ ] 5 Veterinary [ ] 10 Other (Specify)
F. Van or Trailer I.D. No: __________________________ License Tag No. _________________________ Year: _______________ State: _____
G. List all x-ray machines at the facility or in mobile van ( Use additional sheets if necessary)

Console Brand Name ____________________ Model No.________________________ Serial No. ________________________

H. Install x-ray systems that have been disposed of during the last report period: Console Brand Name ______________________________

Disposition____________________________________________ If sold, name ________________________________________________

I. For diagnostic Facilities except hospitals; List all practitioners who have the authority to prescribe x-rays. Please Print.

J. Only the person responsible for radiation safety may sign (i.e. the doctor in charge or RSO)
_______________________________________________
Authorized Signature/Title
FOR DCH USE ONLY
_______________________________________________
Print or Type Name
Registration Number:
Date: __________________________________________
__________________________________
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES UNIT

APPLICATION FOR REGISTRATION OF LASER FACILITY

CONTACT PERSON: _______________________________________________ PHONE: ______________________

(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY: _____________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS OF FACILITY: __________________________________________________________________________

(Street)
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

Type of Facility (Check)

1. _____Arts 4. ___ Healing Arts 7. _____School
2. _____Commercial 5. ___ Industrial 8. _____Other
3. _____Construction 6. _____Institutional ___________________

Type of Use (Check)

A. _____Alignment E.___ Experimental I. _____Readers
B. _____Communication F. _____Forensic J. _____Research
C. _____Copying G._____ Instructional K. _____Other
D. _____Demonstration H. _____Healing Arts ___________________

System Information: Laser or Laser Product

Brand__________________________________ Model_______________________________________

Lasing Medium__________________________ Certification Class_____________________________

Pulsed__________________________________ or C.W._________________________________________

Scanning________________________________ or Non-Scanning_________________________________

Maximum Power Output ______________________________ W or J

Brief Description of Use:

_
Authorization Signature / Title
_
(Print or Type)
_
Date

Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 3/17/2010
LIST OF QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS AND HEALTH PHYSICISTS

This is an incomplete list.

Also check community colleges and x-ray suppliers and repair engineers.
The Healthcare Facility Regulation Division does not recommend or support any individual, company or organization.

Keep all documentation of training.

Mary Waldron, MS Bill Ramsay

2758 Terrell Trace Drive Medical X-Ray Imaging
Marietta, GA 30067 4875 Fowler Drive
Home / Fax 770-952-3053 Cumming, GA 30041-8917
Cell: 678-773-2813 770-918-7550
Rose McTee Jerry Allison
Phoenix Technology August, GA
555 Sun Valley Dr. E-3 Cell: 706-799-5389
Roswell, GA 30076 Home: 706-736-7422
770-645-1440
Fax: 770-645-1441
Daniel Staton, Ph, Certified Radiological Physicist Thomas G. Ruckdeschel, M.S.
Physic Imaging, LLC President Certified Alliance Physics
P.O. Box 660462 Radiological Physicist
Birmingham, AL 35266 502 Abbey Court
205-979-6999 Alpharetta, GA 30004
Cell: 205-612-8127 770-751-9707
770-753-4305
Kerry Maughon Interstate Health Physics Consulting
Imaging Physics Bruce Gossett
P.O. Box 545 Winder, GA 30680 139 Hunters Ridge Drive
Cell: 678-227-1255 Lexington, SC 29072
Fax: 770-868-0607 803-356-4245
West Physics Consultants Patrick Booton
Geoffrey West 222 Wiley Bottom Rd.
1-866-275-9378 Savannah, GA 31411
[email protected] 912-350-8000
Fax: 912-598-0919
Ed Rocker Scott Sheilds
Access Diagnostic Physics Cell: 678-778-1084
Cell: 770-842-7016
[email protected]

Updated 02/15/2010 11:48 AM

 Depending on the type of X-ray
machine, the following initial X-ray
Inspection Form(s) should be
completed by the qualified
individual.
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

BONE DENSITOMETERS
Initial X-Ray Inspection
(Must be completed by a Qualified Individual)

CONTACT PERSON:_________________________________PHONE:_____________________________
(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY:__________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS OF FACILITY:_______________________________________________________________
(Street)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

REGISTRATION NUMBER:_____________________-_____________________
1. Have there been any changes in ownership? YES___ NO__ If yes, provide the date of change_______________________

Who is the previous owner?____________________________________________________________________________

2. Can the x-ray operator(s) get three feet from the beam when at the controls? YES___NO___

3. Do you have an area monitor for the full body? YES___NO___

4. Do you have lead apron(s) available? YES___NO___

5. Do the operator(s) have the 6 hours mandatory radiation safety training and documentation? YES___ NO___

6. Do you have a record of daily calibrations? YES___NO___

7. Do you have an operator’s manual? YES___NO___

8. (a) Was an initial inspection /survey done by a qualified individual? YES___ If yes, what date? _________NO___ N/A_____

(b) Does the facility have the qualified individual’s credentials on file? YES___ NO____

9. Is a copy of the qualified individual’s report enclosed with this questionnaire? YES___ NO___

I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate.

I further understand that making a false statement with respect to the material facts on this document may result in X-ray Licensure
enforcement sanctions being imposed against this facility as found in Chapter 290-5-22.08 of the Georgia Rules and Regulations for
X-ray.

Signature and Title of the responsible person_______________________________________________________________________

Return this form to DCH – HFRD Diagnostic Services Unit

Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 3/18/2010
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

DENTAL
Initial X-Ray Inspection
(Must be completed by a Qualified Individual)

CONTACT PERSON:_________________________________PHONE:___________________________
(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY:___________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS OF FACILITY:________________________________________________________________
(Street)
________________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

REGISTRATION NUMBER:_____________________-_____________________

1. Have there been any changes in ownership? YES___ NO__ If yes, provide the date of change:___________________
Who is the previous owner?_________________________________________________________________________

2. Does the x-ray tube head maintain its position during radiographic exposure? YES___ NO___ N/A ____
3. Are the open ended shielded cones the appropriate length 4” for 50KVP and less, 7” for KVP’s greater than 50? YES__ NO__
4. Is the operator is able to stand a minimum of 6 feet from the useful beam or behind a protective barrier? YES____ NO____
5. Is the operator able to view the patient during exposure? YES___ NO___
6. Are all the controls properly labeled? YES____ NO____

7. Are the chemicals changed within a two month period and a permanent record maintained? YES___NO___N/A___
8. Is the darkroom light tight? YES___NO___
9. Does the darkroom have a safelight with correct wattage and filter bulb? YES___NO___

10. Are film badges worn and a record maintained? YES___ NO___
11. Is there a warning statement on the x-ray machine? YES___NO___
12. (a) Was an initial inspection/survey done by a qualified individual? YES___ If yes, what date?__________ NO___ N/A___
(b) Does the facility have the qualified individual’s credentials on file? YES___NO___

13. Is a copy of the qualified individual’s credentials enclosed with this questionnaire? YES___ NO___

14. (a) Does the x-ray operator(s) have the 6 hours of mandatory radiation safety training and documentation? YES___NO___
(b) How many? ____________________________________
I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate.
I further understand that making a false statement with respect to the material facts on this document may result in X-ray Licensure enforcement
sanctions being imposed against this facility as found in Chapter 290-5-22.08 of the Georgia Rules and Regulations for X-ray.

Signature and Title of the responsible person_______________________________________________________________________

Return this form to DCH – HFRD Diagnostic Services Unit

Revised 3/10/2010 Equal Opportunity Employer

 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook., Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

NON-MEDICAL
Initial X-Ray Inspection
(Must be completed by a Qualified Individual)

CONTACT PERSON:_________________________________PHONE:___________________________
(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY:_______________________________________________________________

ADDRESS OF FACILITY:____________________________________________________________
(Street)
__________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

REGISTRATION NUMBER:_____________________-_____________________
1. Have there been any changes in ownership? YES___ NO___ If yes, provide the date of change:_______________________

Who is the previous owner? ___________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Is the radiation hazards area identified by warning signs? YES___NO___

3. Are audible or visible signals in the vicinity of installations provided to warn of radiation? YES___NO___

4. Do you have a copy of normal operating and emergency procedures? YES___NO___

5. Does your x-ray machine have a key operated primary control switch that cannot be operated, if the key is removed?
YES___ NO___

6. Does this area (open beam only) have caution signs posted? YES___NO___

7. Does this facility (open beam only) have a cumulative direct reading device and film badges or equivalent provided
for use by person(s) in this 5mR/hr area? YES___NO___

8. Does this facility have the correct survey meter for quarterly safety checks? YES___NO___

9. Does the x-ray machine have a warning light labeled x-ray on which lights only when the tube is activated and which
will prevent activation of the tube if it is not in working order? YES___NO____ N/A___

10. (a) Was an initial inspection/survey done by a qualified individual? YES___ If yes, what date? ____________NO___ N/A___
(b) Does the facility have the qualified individual’s credential on file? YES___ NO___

11. Is a copy of the qualified individual’s report enclosed with this questionnaire? YES___ NO___

12. Does the x-ray operator(s) have the 2 hour mandatory safety training and documentation? YES___ NO___

I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate.

I further understand that making a false statement with respect to the material facts on this document may result in X-ray Licensure
enforcement sanctions being imposed against this facility as found in Chapter 290-5-22.08 of the Georgia Rules and Regulations for
X-ray.
Signature and Title of the responsible person_______________________________________________________________________
Return this form to DCH – HFRD Diagnostic Services Unit

Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 3/17/2010
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

RADIOGRAPHIC
Initial X-Ray Inspection
(Must be completed by a Qualified Individual)

CONTACT PERSON:_________________________________PHONE:___________________________
(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY:_______________________________________________________________
ADDRESS OF FACILITY:____________________________________________________________
(Street)
__________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

REGISTRATION NUMBER:_____________________-_____________________
1. Have there been any changes in ownership? YES___ NO__ If yes, provide the date of change: ___________________

Who is the previous owner?_________________________________________________________________________

2. Is the operator prevented from leaving the protected area of the booth (bone densitometer)? YES___NO___
3. Is the darkroom light tight? YES___NO___
4. Does the safelight meet the film manufacturer’s requirements?:
(a) Correct wattage YES___NO___ (b) the filter YES___NO___
5. Is there a record of chemicals changed within a two month period and /or meets the manufacturer’s suggestions and a record
maintained of change? YES___ NO___ N/A___

6. Are film badges worn by operators and a record maintained of exposures? YES___NO___

7. (a) Does the operator(s) have the 6 hours of mandatory radiation safety training and documentation? YES___NO___
(b) How many? ____________________________________
8. Is there a lead apron available? YES___NO____

9. Is the operator able to view the patient during exposure? YES___NO___

10. (a) Was an initial inspection/survey done by a qualified individual? YES___ If yes, what date?________ NO___ N/A___
(b) Does the facility have the qualified individual’s credentials on file? YES___NO___
11. Is a copy of the qualified individual’s credentials enclosed with this questionnaire? YES___ NO___

12. Is there a warning statement on the control panel? YES___NO___

I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate.

I further understand that making a false statement with respect to the material facts on this document may result in X-ray Licensure
enforcement sanctions being imposed against this facility as found in Chapter 290-5-22.08 of the Georgia Rules and Regulations for
X-ray.
Signature and Title of the responsible person_______________________________________________________________________

Return this form to DCH – HFRD Diagnostic Services Unit

Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 3/17/2010
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

VETERINARY
Initial X-Ray Inspection
(Must be completed by a Qualified Individual)

CONTACT PERSON:_________________________________PHONE:___________________________
(Type or Print)
NAME OF FACILITY:_______________________________________________________________

ADDRESS OF FACILITY:____________________________________________________________
(Street)
__________________________________________________________________________________
(City) (State) (Zip Code) (County)

REGISTRATION NUMBER:_____________________-_____________________
1. Have there been any changes in ownership? YES___ NO___ If yes, provide the date of change:________________________

Who is the previous owner?____________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Is the operator able to stand a minimum of 6 feet from the x-ray beam? YES___NO___

3. Are there lead aprons and lead gloves available for all people in the room during radiographic exposure? YES___NO___
4. Is the darkroom light tight? YES___NO___

5. Are the chemicals changed within a two month period and a permanent record maintained of change? YES___ NO___

6. Is there a working safelight with the correct filter and wattage bulb? YES___NO___

7. If hand processing, is there a thermometer and timer available? YES___NO___ N/A ___

8. Does the operator(s) have the 6 hour mandatory radiation safety training and documentation? YES___NO____

9. Are film badges worn and records maintained? YES___NO___

10. Does the machine have a warning statement? YES___ NO___

11. (a) Was an initial inspection/survey done by a qualified individual? YES___ If yes, what date?___________ NO___N/A___
(b) Does the facility have the qualified individual’s credentials on file? YES___NO

12. Is a copy of the qualified individual’s report enclosed with this questionnaire? YES___NO___

I attest that the information provided above is true and accurate.

I further understand that making a false statement with respect to the material facts on this document may result in X-ray Licensure
enforcement sanctions being imposed against this facility as found in Chapter 290-5-22.08 of the Georgia Rules and Regulations for
X-ray.
Signature and Title of the responsible person_______________________________________________________________________
Return this form to DCH – HFRD Diagnostic Services Unit

Equal Opportunity Employer

Revised 3/17/2010
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia,gov

MAIL ALL STATE X-RAY APPLICATIONS TO:

Diagnostic Services Unit
Health Care Section
Healthcare Facility Regulation Division
Department Of Community Health
2 Peachtree Street, N.W.
Suite 31-447
Atlanta, GA 30303-3142
ATTN: X-RAY PROGRAM

Because faxed copies may not be clear and may distort your information we ask that all
original paperwork be mailed to the above address.

After we have reviewed your application,

if we request additional documentation, you may fax any additions/changes and or supporting
documents to:

(404)657–5442

Contact Personnel:

Sheela E. Puthumana BS MT (ASCP) Dinella Sears

Program Manager Program Assistant
Phone: (404) 657-5447 Phone: (404) 657-5400
Fax: (404) 657-5442

Revised: 02/15/2010 11:54 AM

Equal Opportunity Employer

Instructions for Completing the Xray Self Reporting Form
 GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF
COMMUNITY HEALTH 2 Peachtree Street, NW
Atlanta, GA 30303-3159
David A. Cook, Commissioner Nathan Deal, Governor www.dch.georgia.gov

X-RAY INCIDENT REPORTING FORM

(Please type form)

FACILITY INFORMATION

Name of Facility: __________________________________________________________________________________

Facility Type: ___________________________________ X-Ray Registrant #:_________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ____________________________________________State: __________ Zip Code: _______________________

Person Reporting
Incident: ____________________________________________Title: ________________________________________

Contact Person(s): __________________________________ Phone No. of Contact: _____________________________

Fax #:____________________________________ Email Address: ___________________________________________

PATIENT / REPORTING INFORMATION

Date__________ Time__________ a.m. /p.m. Reported to Healthcare Facility Regulation Division

Date__________ Time__________ a.m. /p.m. Facility Was Aware of the Incident

Date __________ Time__________ a.m. /p.m. Incident Occurred

___________________________________________________ ___________ __________ _____________________

Affected Patient or Employee Name Age Sex Date of Birth

________________________________ ___________________________________________
Social Security Number Patient Med Rec # (as applicable)

Patient’s Diagnosis:___________________________________________________________________________________

TYPE OF INCIDENT: Please check appropriate boxes. (Attach a copy of incident report if applicable)

[ ] Over exposure of the whole body to 5 rems or more

[ ] Over exposure of the whole body to 25 rems or more
[ ] Over exposure of the skin of the whole body to 30 rems or more
[ ] Over exposure of the skin of the whole body to 150 rems or more
[ ] Over exposure of the feet, ankles, hands, or forearms to 75 rems or more
[ ] Over exposure of the feet, ankles, hands, or forearms to 375 rems or more
[ ] Exposure of an individual to radiation in excess of any applicable limit set forth in the rules.
[ ] Levels of radiation in an uncontrolled area in excess of 10 times any applicable limit set forth in the rules

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Briefly describe circumstances of the incident: (Attach additional sheet if necessary)

CATEGORY OF STAFF INVOLVED IN THE INCIDENT (Check all that apply)

[ ] Radiologist [ ] Radiological Technician [ ] Other (Specify)__________________________________________

Immediate Corrective or Preventative Action Taken: (attach additional sheet if necessary)

___________________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________

Note: If the incident involved a death, was the medical examiner notified? [ ] YES [ ] NO [ ] N/A
Was an autopsy requested? [ ] YES [ ] NO
Name and contact number of Medical Examiner_______________________________________________________

Acknowledgement of Information Reported:

I attest that the information reported within this form is true and accurate and completed to the best of my
knowledge.

_______________________________________ ___________________________________ _______________________

Signature of Person Completing Form Title Date Completed

_______________________________________
Print Name

For Department Use Only

Received in S/A Date:________________

Reviewed By: __________________________________Date:___________

Reporting time frame met? ( ) Yes ( ) No

Action Required? ( ) Yes ( ) No

Self Report ID# _______________Complaint Number___________________

This report is required as set forth in the X-ray Rules §290-5-22-07 (2) and (4).

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