Section 228.31a. Limitations

(a) The facility shall operate within the terms and conditions of the license issued for the operation of the accelerator.

(b) A licensee may not permit an individual to act as an operator of an accelerator until the individual:

(1) Has been instructed in radiation safety and has demonstrated an understanding thereof.

(2) Has received copies of and instruction in this chapter and Chapters 219 and 220 (relating to standards for protection against radiation; and notices, instructions and reports to workers; inspections and investigations), pertinent license conditions and the licensee’s operating and emergency procedures and demonstrated understanding thereof.

(3) Has demonstrated competence to use the accelerator, related equipment and survey instruments which will be utilized in that individual’s assignment.

(c) The radiation safety officer shall have the authority to restrict or terminate operations at an accelerator facility if the action is necessary to minimize danger to health and safety, property or the environment.

The provisions of this § 228.31a adopted October 2, 1998, effective October 3, 1998, 28 Pa.B. 4894; amended July 16, 2004, effective July 17, 2004, 34 Pa.B. 3823. Immediately preceeding text appears at serial pages (249354) and (282437).