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description: Today, there are over 18,000 facilities that have registered more than 55,000 x-ray machines throughout Florida.
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# [Florida Portable X-ray Regulations](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/florida-portable-x-ray-regulations)

 Written by [Chad Hutchison](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/author/chad-hutchison) | Dec 12, 2022 10:55:25 AM

The state Board of Health began its radiation program in 1958. Today, there are over 18,000 facilities that have registered more than 55,000 [portable x-ray machines](https://store.mavenimaging.com/collections/mobile-x-ray-machine) throughout Florida.

## X-ray License in Florida

To become certified in the state of Florida, you must demonstrate competency in the following:

- Radiation protection
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Image production and evaluation
- Procedures
- Patient care

Certificates are valid for 2 years, during which the certificate holder must obtain 12 hours of continuing education.

Visit Florida Health’s [Radiologic Technology](https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/radiation-control/radtech/index.html) page for more on licensing.

## Registering an X-ray Device

For applications, information notices, and shielding requirements, check out this [page](https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/radiation-control/ion/ionform.html).

Florida’s Radiation Control inspects every x-ray machine according to schedule (which can vary). They are looking to see that:

- The machine operates as it was designed
- The people who use the machine are qualified 
- Verify the machine is used safely and appropriately

## Regulations for Portable X-ray Equipment

The Florida Administrative Code looks at x-ray technology in Chapter 64E-3, F.A.C. All equipment must comply with federal, state, and local laws, and suppliers, personnel, and equipment must be licensed and supervised by a qualified physician.

**Personnel Orientation**

- Radiation exposure - patient and surrounding envio
- Determining the area which will receive the primary beam
- The time interval at which to check personnel radiation monitors
- Use of radiation monitor in providing an additional check on the safety of equipment
- Hazards of excessive radiation exposure
- Proper use and maintenance of equipment
- Proper maintenance of medical records (HIPAA)
- Tech problems that may arise and methods of solution
- Protections against electrical hazards

**Additional regulations include:**

- Current employee records must be maintained (including accidents and illnesses)
- Records of exam recorded and preserved
- Equipment must meet all 11 safety standards
- Equipment must be inspected by a qualified individual every 24 months or less

Disclaimer: The information in this document is solely for reference material. Regulations change often. To be sure of the most up-to-date laws, contact your local and state agencies.

## Additional Resources

- [FL Bureau of Radiation Control](http://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/radiation-control/)
- [Radiation Forms and Documents](https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/radiation-control/allforms.html)

**Dept of Health Radiation Control**

4052 Bald Cypress Way

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1741

(852) 245-4910

**Florida Radiology License**

Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Radiation Control

4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin C-21

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1741

(850) 245-4266

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