Requirements for the Safe Use of Baggage X-Ray Inspection Systems - Safety Code 29

2. Intent and Scope of This Code

This Safety Code provides requirements and guidance intended to ensure that the radiation risks from baggage x-ray systems remain negligibly low (i.e., the same as the risks from unavoidable, natural background radiation levels). Specific responsibilities for the owner of the system, operator and maintenance personnel are outlined. Information on safety procedures, standards, surveillance and monitoring is provided.

This Safety Code also applies to cabinet x-ray systems used in similiar screening applications. X-ray systems operating at MeV energies and neutron-based systems are not covered by this Code.