Mich. Admin. Code R. 333.5010 - Definitions; R
Rule 10.
(1)
"Radiation" means ionizing radiation. Radiation, as used in these rules, does
not include non-ionizing radiation, such as radiowaves or microwaves, visible,
infrared, or ultraviolet light.
(2)
"Radiation area" means an area, accessible to individuals, in which radiation
levels could result in an individual receiving a dose equivalent in excess of
0.05 mSv (5 mrem) in 1 hour at 30 centimeters from the source of radiation or
from any surface that the radiation penetrates.
(3) "Radiation machine" means a machine that
emits ionizing radiation when energized.
(4) "Radiation protection supervisor" means
the individual specified by the registrant who has the knowledge, authority,
and responsibility for radiation protection.
(5) "Registrant" means a person who is
registered with the department and is legally obligated to register with the
department pursuant to these rules and the act.
(6) "Registration" for the purpose of these
rules means registration of a radiation machine in writing with the
department.
(7) "Research and
development" means 1 of the following:
(a)
Theoretical analysis, exploration, or experimentation.
(b) The extension of investigative findings
and theories of a scientific or technical nature into practical application for
experimental and demonstration purposes, including the experimental production
and testing of models, devices, equipment, materials, and processes. Research
and development does not include the internal or external administration of
radiation to human beings.
(8) "Restricted area" means an area, access
to which is limited by the registrant, for the purpose of protecting
individuals against undue risks from exposure to sources of radiation.
Restricted area does not include areas used as residential quarters, but
separate rooms in a residential building may be set apart as a restricted
area.
(9) "Roentgen" means the
special unit of exposure. One roentgen (R) equals 2.58 x
10-4 coulombs per kilogram of air.
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