Business Operations & Facilities

Ensures UTMB is in compliance with regulations and recommendations for radioactive materials, X-rays, other radiation devices and lasers. The program supports the Radiation Safety Committee, Radioactive Drug Research Committee, Laser Safety Subcommittee and have representations in the General Safety Committee and subcommittees of the Environment of Care. Services include but are not limited to providing training on radiation safety, laser safety and MRI safety for non-MRI personnel, registering of radiation producing devices with TDSHS, assisting in the registration and permitting of authorized users, facility evaluations for shielding, area and personnel monitoring and calibration of survey meters.