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• Physical layout
– location of electrical/telephone/network connections, interconnectivity
with linac interlocks, special gases, closed loop AV system
– consider imaging proximity and position RAU near imaging
(dept CT, US, MRI?) or OR, maybe not in RadOnc center proper
• Regulatory aspects
– vault design (primary/scatter/maze/door) ala NCRP 147/151/155,
acceptable exposure levels, workflow
– enhanced security measures, source controls, staff bkgnd checks
– approval for
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sources and max individual/total Ci (not RAKR)
– broadscope license need not name individuals
• Visit established centers, contact colleagues, phone a friend
Pre-Installation Preparations