--- title: New Hampshire Portable X-ray Regulations description: The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and The Office of Professional Licensure and Certification oversee the registration and licensing of portable x-ray equipment. --- [Maven Imaging Digital X-ray Learning Hub ](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog) # [New Hampshire Portable X-ray Regulations](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/new-hampshire-portable-x-ray-regulations) Written by [Chad Hutchison](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/author/chad-hutchison) | Dec 15, 2022 2:34:17 PM The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and The Office of Professional Licensure and Certification oversee the registration and licensing of [portable x-ray equipment](https://store.mavenimaging.com/collections/mobile-x-ray-machine).  ## X-ray License in New Hampshire The Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, [Advisory Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy](https://www.oplc.nh.gov/advisory-board-medical-imaging-and-radiation-therapy) controls the licensing for New Hampshire. The Board safeguards the life and health of New Hampshire citizens by ensuring the standardized training of limited x-ray machine operators, medical imaging professionals, and radiation therapists. **Initial License** [Apply Online Now](https://forms.nh.gov/license/Login.aspx) (You can also use this link to check the status of your Application) - [Application Form Instructions](https://www.oplc.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt441/files/inline-documents/sonh/licensure-instructions.pdf) - [State Verification Form](https://www.oplc.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt441/files/inline-documents/sonh/verification-form.pdf) - [Documents Required for each Licensure Type](https://www.oplc.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt441/files/inline-documents/sonh/licensing-documents-required.pdf) [Registration fees](https://www.law.cornell.edu/regulations/new-hampshire/N-H-Admin-Rules-He-P-4070-6) can differ by the type of machine you have. ## Registering an X-ray Device The New Hampshire Radiological Health Section [Radiation Machines Program](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/radiological-health/new-hampshire-radiation-machines) is responsible for assessing, controlling and preventing exposure to radiation from tube-based sources - [Guidance for Dental Intraoral, Hand-Held Intraoral, Panoramic and Cone-Beam CT machines ](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/inline-documents/sonh/rad-dental-guide.pdf) - [Guidance for Chiropractic General Purpose Machines](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/inline-documents/sonh/rad-chiro-guide-gp.pdf) - [Guidance for Veterinary General Purpose, Intraoral and Hand-Held Intraoral machines ](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/inline-documents/sonh/rad-veterinary-guide.pdf) ## Regulations for Portable X-ray Equipment [Section He-P 4046.01 - General Requirements for All Diagnostic X-ray](https://casetext.com/regulation/new-hampshire-administrative-code/title-he-p-former-division-of-public-health-services/chapter-he-p-4000-new-hampshire-rules-for-the-control-of-radiation/part-he-p-4046-use-of-radiation-machines-general-requirements-for-all-diagnostic-and-veterinary-x-ray-systems/section-he-p-404601-general-requirements-for-all-diagnostic-x-ray) [Section He-P 4046.09 - Hand-held Dental Intraoral Machines](https://casetext.com/regulation/new-hampshire-administrative-code/title-he-p-former-division-of-public-health-services/chapter-he-p-4000-new-hampshire-rules-for-the-control-of-radiation/part-he-p-4046-use-of-radiation-machines-general-requirements-for-all-diagnostic-and-veterinary-x-ray-systems/section-he-p-404609-hand-held-dental-intraoral-machines) These requirements shall apply to the use of hand-held dental intraoral machines: - The registrant shall follow all applicable requirements set forth in the New Hampshire Rules for the Control of Radiation (NHRCR), as well as all manufacturers' requirements. - The machine shall be used only for dental diagnostic imaging. - The protective shielding shall not be removed or modified. - The registrant shall provide a copy of their operating, safety and security procedures to operators to prevent unauthorized or improper use. - The registrant shall prepare a quality assurance plan, with an emphasis on ensuring limited retaking of radiographs. - Operators of hand-held dental intraoral machines shall be specifically trained to operate such equipment, and the registrant shall provide proof of training for all operators. - When operating a hand-held dental intraoral machine, operators shall wear a lead apron as well as an extremity dosimeter on the hand closest to the protective shielding. - A hand-held dental intraoral machine shall be held without any motion during a patient examination. A tube stand or Rinn kit may be utilized to immobilize a hand-held dental intraoral radiographic unit during patient examination. - Operators of hand-held dental intraoral machines shall provide a secondary protective barrier for patients. - The operator shall ensure that there are no bystanders within a radius of at least 6 feet (2 meters), from the patient being examined with a hand-held intraoral machine. - Hand-held dental intraoral machines shall be used for patient examinations only in dental operatories that meet the structural shielding requirements specified by DHHS/RHS or by a qualified expert. - Hand-held dental intraoral machines shall not be used for patient examinations in hallways and waiting rooms. - For battery-powered units, visual means shall be provided on the control panel to indicate whether the battery is in a state of charge adequate for proper operation. 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 - [NH Radiological Health](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/radiological-health) - [New Hampshire Statutes - 328-J: Medical Imaging And Radiation Therapy](http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/NHTOC/NHTOC-XXX-328-J.htm) - [Radiation Machine Registration FAQ](https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/inline-documents/sonh/registraton-faq.pdf) **New Hampshire Department of Health & Human Services** Radiological Health 29 Hazen Dr.  Concord, NH 03301-4604 (603) 271-4588 **Office of Professional Licensure & Certification** 7 Eagle Square Concord NH, 03301 (603) 271-2152 **New Hampshire Radiology License Bureau of Radiological Health** New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services Office of Community & Public Health 29 Hazen Drive Concord, New Hampshire 03301-6527 (603) 271-4588 [View full post](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/new-hampshire-portable-x-ray-regulations) ```json { "@context" : "http://schema.org", "@type" : "BlogPosting", "author" : { "@type" : "Person", "name" : "Chad Hutchison" }, "dateModified" : "2023-09-24T18:10:37.411Z", "datePublished" : "2022-12-15T14:34:17Z", "headline" : "New Hampshire Portable X-ray Regulations", "image" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 1260, "url" : "https://www.mavenimaging.com/hubfs/new-hampshire-portable-x-ray-regulations.webp", "width" : 2240 }, "mainEntityOfPage" : "https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/new-hampshire-portable-x-ray-regulations", "publisher" : { "@type" : "Organization", "logo" : { "@type" : "ImageObject", "height" : 60, "url" : "/hs/hsstatic/content_shared_assets/static-1.4092/img/default-amp-logo.png", "width" : 60 }, "name" : "Maven Imaging Digital X-ray Learning Hub" } } ```