This Guidance Documents/Frequently Asked Questions page offers a comprehensive library of resources to help facilities navigate Missouri’s radiation safety regulations. It features detailed guides on Qualified Expert (QE) inspections, radiation shielding evaluations, and operator requirements for both medical and industrial X-ray equipment. These documents provide essential clarity on compliance schedules, disposal of old equipment, and specific protocols for specialized technology like hand-held dental units and security scanners.
- Missouri Radiation Control Program Facility Classification for Cone-Beam CT outside of dental facilities
- Guidance for X-ray vendors/installers
- Qualified Expert Surveys and Shielding Evaluations (Grid)
- List of X-ray Facility Availability
- Detailed Qualified Expert Questions
- Facilities with Low Exposure X-ray Machines
- Guidance for Dental Facilities-Radiation Badging and Shielding
- Disposal of Old X-ray Equipment
- Need for Physician Order for X-rays Used for Healing Arts Purposes
- Requirements for X-ray Operators in Missouri
- X-ray Service Rep Handout for Facilities
- Usage of Hand-held Dental X-ray Units in Missouri
- Guidance on Whole Body Security Scanners