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4 Wear proper protection
Staff members and physicians who routinely take part in imaging procedures must wear lead aprons and thyroid collars. The recommended weight of the apron depends on how busy you are around Carms. Consult with your medical physicist or radiation safety officer, who can reference the radiation badge you wear to determine your average monthly exposure and recommend the appropriate apron. (Hint: Routinely wearing a
badge may document a low
enough dose to allow you to
wear a lighter apron.)
However, the required minimum thickness varies from state to state, so check your local regulations to determine which aprons are legal.
As a general guide, the International Commission