Section 10.2.2.5. Particle accelerators

The codification of rules for the safe operation of high-energy particle accelerators is not simple because the various ionizing radiations produced by them require different protective procedures.

Particle accelerators ought to be operated in an enclosure from a remote control room in which the dose equivalent rate does not exceed 25 mSv h⁻¹. A lower dose rate (2.5 mSv h⁻¹) is required in adjacent areas used by non-radiation workers.

The probability of mixed radiations (e.g. X-rays and neutrons) co-existing makes servicing hazardous and all maintenance should be performed under the supervision of the RSO.