Radiation Control Bureau
RADIOLOGICAL SERVICES RADIOLOGICAL SERVICE PROGRAM OVERVIEW: The radiological services program regulates providers of radiological services in the State of New Mexico. The program issues certificates of registration to providers of radiological services in accordance with Part 2 of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations (20.3 NMAC). Individuals and companies are issued the certificates upon verification of credentials and qualifications. Are radiological service providers required to register with NMED? It is unlawful to provide these services without a valid New Mexico registration. Due to the potential health hazard posed to the public by exposure to radiation and radioactive materials, Part 2 of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations (20.3 NMAC) requires such persons to register with the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) to conduct their respective field of work. The purpose of these regulations is to ensure that service providers possess adequate qualifications. What are the regulations governing radiological service providers? NMED regulates registrants and their activities in accordance with the requirements of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations (20.3 NMAC) Registrants are required to maintain hard copies of pertinent parts of the regulations. Mandatory parts for radiological service providers include 20.3.2, 20.3.4, and 20.3.10 NMAC. Other parts may apply for the typeS of services provided. To view or download pertinent parts of the regulations, please click the link below:http://www.nmenv.state.nm.us/nmrcb/regs.html CHANGES TO THE RADIOLOGICAL SERVICES PROGRAM The Radiation Control Bureau is implementing new procedures for certification of service providers who conduct radiological services within the State. Registration will now be based on proof of current certification and/or licensure by a national organization, recognized by the Department. Beginning March 31, 2009 the Department will implement revised procedures for registration of all vendors. This change is adopted to ensure that all individuals conducting radiological services within the State meet uniform and consistent criteria for recognition of their credentials. This new procedure will streamline the evaluation process for Department staff and align the program with nationally recognized institutions. Registrations are authorized for a maximum of two-years. All currently registered radiological services vendors will receive a correspondence informing them of these changes. Two new application/registration categories will be recognized: 1) technical services, and 2) qualified expert, each with applicable subcategories. Complete the application form (link below) and return it along with supporting certificates/documentation to the Department for consideration in support of registration. If your qualifications meet the newly adopted registration criteria you will receive a new certificate. This certificate will serve as registration to conduct radiological services in New Mexico. After the end of calendar year 2009 all certificates issued prior to January 1, 2009, will no longer be recognized. Those who require registration to provide services will fall into one of the newly revised categories below: CATEGORY 1 TECHNICAL SERVICES INDOOR RADON SERVICES
PERSONNEL DOSIMETRY SERVICES
RADIOLOGICAL SERVICES
Subcategory B. RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
CATEGORY 2 QUALIFIED EXPERTS
How to apply for registration: Application for a new or renewed registration must be made by completing the Department's application form. Once the application form is completed print and remit to the address below. The submitted application should include all supporting documentation. The application form is available for downloading (PDF Format) at the link below: Radiological Services Application (PDF) The following document must be posted in the workplace as required by Part 10 of the New Mexico Radiation Protection Regulations. Notice to Employees (PDF format) Who to contact about this program: For questions on how to file the application or for general information:
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For information regarding this page, contact Carl Sullivan of the Bureau at carl.sullivan@state.nm.us.