Ohio fluoroscopy training requirement

Chapter 3701:1-66, section 7 of the Ohio administrative code requires individuals likely to receive an annual effective dose equivalent in excess of one millisievert from participating in fluoroscopic procedures, shall receive radiation protection training specific to fluoroscopy prior to performing or participating in fluoroscopic procedures.  

All users must complete a minimum of 4 hours of CME training.  Our Basic Training Program in the Safe Use of Fluoroscopy provides training that meets these requirements.  The course covers all topics below that are specifically required by Ohio:

1. Basic properties of radiation and biological effects of X-rays;
2. Radiation protection methods for patients and staff;
3. Units of measurement and dose, including DAP (dose-area product) values & air kerma;
4. Factors affecting fluoroscopic outputs and high level control options;
5. Dose management including dose reduction techniques, monitoring, and recording;
6. Principles and operation of the specific fluoroscopic x-ray system(s) to be used;
7. Fluoroscopic and fluorographic outputs of each mode of operation on the system(s) to be used clinically;
8. Meets the Joint Commission environment of care (EC.02.04.03 and HR.01.05.03)  fluoroscopy standards which necessitate ongoing education and annual training for individuals use fluoroscopic equipment (HR.01.05.03).

Meet Ohio fluoroscopy training requirements now with the Basic Training Program in the Safe Use of Fluoroscopy by Acapedia