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Applying Radiation Safety Standards in Diagnostic Radiology in Jamaica

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2016.385

Synopsis:

Thermo-luminiscent dosimeters badges are the main dosimeters employed in Jamaica with no protocol in place specifying their safe use and storage. This paper seeks to evaluate the radiation safety practices employed in Jamaican radiology centers in accordance with international standards, and offer recommendations where necessary.

ABSTRACT

Objectives: To assess the current status of radiological safety practices in Jamaica and recommend radiation management and safety practices in accordance with the Jamaican Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection Act, 2015.

Received:

15 Jul, 2016

Accepted:

05 Oct, 2016

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e-Published: 03 Nov, 2016

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Radiation Safety Standards for X-Ray Facilities: Protocol for Plain Radiography

DOI:

10.7727/wimj.2016.200

Synopsis:

Radiation Safety Standards for X-Ray Facilities is a review paper with the aim of promoting radiation protection in Jamaica’s Radiology Departments considering the increasing utilization of the field for medical diagnosis in the Jamaican population.

ABSTRACT

Objective: The research focus was to review radiation safety guidelines for x-ray departments.

Received:

03 May, 2016

Accepted:

15 Jun, 2016

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