4 Safety Precautions
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4. Safety Precautions
4.1 Radiation Safety
The HyperLight-G was designed to be used in clinical settings (e.g., a
dental office) and controlled settings where transportation or use of other
X-ray devices might be prohibitive due to the device’s size and/or mobility.
This X-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator unless safe
exposure factors, operating instructions, and maintenance schedules are
observed.
The HyperLight-G provides a high degree of protection from
unnecessary radiation. However, no practical design can provide complete
protection nor prevent operators from exposing themselves or others to
unnecessary radiation. There is still residual radiation. It is important to
restrict use and follow all applicable government radiation protection
regulations. Pregnant women should not be exposed to X-rays unless
necessary. Proper safety precautions should be taken to minimize dose to
the fetus.
Operators must be fully acquainted with industry safety
recommendations, established maximum permissible doses, and local
jurisdiction requirements for use.
This X-ray unit must only be operated by trained personnel in a
controlled setting. Within such a setting, ensure that only the patient is in the
direct beam of the x-ray, and that any ancillary personnel are a minimum of 6
feet away from the patient. If it is necessary for any ancillary personnel to be
closer than 6 feet, these personnel should stay out of the direct beam and
wear personal protective equipment, such as protective clothing.
In implementing a radiation protection program, consult all applicable
regulations governing radiation protection and the use of X-ray equipment,
and ensure full compliance with any such regulations.
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