Arizona law bolsters radiation protections for health care workers

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed S.B. 1121 on June 19, updating safety standards for health care workers exposed to radiation in cardiac catheterization labs and X-ray rooms. The law permits hospitals to implement approved radiation protection systems to better safeguard medical personnel.

Phoenix — A new Arizona law amends safety standards for health care workers who are regularly exposed to radiation in cardiac catheterization labs and X-ray imaging procedure rooms. Signed by Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) on June 19, S.B. 1121 permits hospitals to use approved radiation protection systems…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.