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title: Utah Portable X-ray Regulations
description: The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPLY) manages x-ray operator licensing in Utah and the Utah Department of Environmental Quality handles the registration and regulation of machines.
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# [Utah Portable X-ray Regulations](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/utah-portable-x-ray-regulations)

 Written by [Chad Hutchison](https://www.mavenimaging.com/blog/author/chad-hutchison) | Dec 15, 2022 3:05:57 PM

The Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPLY) manages x-ray operator licensing in Utah, and the Utah Department of Environmental Quality handles the registration and regulation of machines.

## X-ray License in Utah

There are 3 types of licenses you can apply for in the state of Utah:

- Radiologic Technologist
- Radiologist Assistant
- Radiology Practical Technician

[Apply for a license here](https://dopl.utah.gov/radiologic-technology/).

Before proceeding, you must have an ARRT Certification or NMTCB Certification

## Registering an X-ray Device

The Utah Department of Environmental Quality, X-ray program manages the registration of all [portable x-ray devices](https://store.mavenimaging.com/collections/mobile-x-ray-machine) in Utah. Handheld X-ray equipment for dental and industrial uses are X-ray sources and must be registered in the State of Utah. (R313-16-230)

All x-ray tubes in Utah must be registered each year with the Division (if they are attached to a control unit). Registration forms are sent to all registrants on file each year. Even x-ray units in storage must be registered if they are not in a retail sales facility. 

Rules also require the Division to be notified within 14 days of the acquisition, transfer, or disposal of an x-ray system.

The registration fee is $45.00 per tube.

For questions, contact DWMRC at (801) 536-0200.

## Regulations for Portable X-ray Equipment

[Utah Admin. Code 313-28-31](https://casetext.com/regulation/utah-administrative-code/environmental-quality/title-r313-waste-management-and-radiation-control-radiation/rule-r313-28-use-of-x-rays-in-the-healing-arts/section-r313-28-31-general-and-administrative-requirements)

- Portable or mobile equipment shall be used only for examinations where it is impractical to transfer the patient to a stationary radiographic installation.
- Hand-held medical x-ray systems. X-ray equipment designed to be hand-held shall comply with Section R313-28-31, excluding Subsection R313-28-31(5), and R313-28-52, excluding Subsections R313-28-52(8)(b)(i) and (ii).
- When operating hand-held equipment for which it is not possible for the operator to remain at least six feet from the x-ray machine during x-ray exposure, protective aprons of at least 0.5 millimeter lead equivalence shall be provided for the operator to protect the operator's torso and gonads from backscatter radiation.
- In addition to the dose limits in R313-15-301, operators of hand-held x-ray equipment shall ensure that members of the public that may be exposed to scatter radiation or primary beam transmission from the hand-held device are not exposed above 2 milliroentgen per hour.
- In addition to the requirements of Subsection R313-28-350(1), each operator of hand-held x-ray equipment shall complete the training program supplied by the manufacturer prior to using the x-ray unit. Records of training shall be maintained on file for examination by an authorized representative of the Director.

 

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

**Bureau of Health Professions**

Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing 

160 E. 300 S.

P.O. Box 146741 

Salt Lake City, UT 84144-6741

(866) 275-3675

**Utah Radiology License**

Radiology Technologist Licensing Board

Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing

P.O. Box 146741

Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-6741

(801) 530-6628

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