X-ray Compliance
Each state and territory in Australia has its own unique set of regulations covering the use, ownership and level of compliance required for X-ray imaging equipment. The team at William Green is here to assist you with navigating your way through this so that you comply with the relevant standards. Our team of service engineers and network of agents are fully accredited to perform the appropriate tests and produce the required test reports to ensure you are meeting the mandatory requirements of running your practice.
Our ability to combine X-ray compliance and Sterilization validation / calabration testing ensures that you are getting the most competative rates around.
Call now to book the compliance test on your intra oral X-ray machine, OPG or CBCT unit or obtain a quote for a packaged compliance and validation service. 02 8865 0300
A brief summary the requirements for each state are*;
-------- NSW -------
Governing body: NSW EPA
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency: 5 years
Dental shielding assessment required: Maybe - Self accessment can be made acording to NSW EPA Guideline 7.
------- QLD -------
Governing body: Radiation Health Queensland
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency: 5 years
Dental shielding assessment required: Yes
------- SA -------
Governing body: SA EPA
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency: on initial install and change of ownership.
Dental shielding assessment required: Yes
------- VIC -------
Governing body: VIC Health
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency:
Dental shielding assessment required: Yes
------- TAS -------
Governing body: Department of health & human services Tasmania - radiation protection
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency:
Dental shielding assessment required: Yes
------- WA -------
Governing body: WA Radiation council
Dental X-ray Compliance frequency: every 5 years
Dental shielding assessment required: Yes
* for a full list of your obligations please contact our service department to disucuss your situation.
