Chapter 5.84 — X-RAY UNITS

For the purpose of the provisions regulating mobile X-ray units hereinafter set forth, the following words and phrases shall be construed to have the meaning set forth in this section unless it is apparent from the context that a different meaning is intended:

"Mobile x-ray operator" means any person, or other entity, who owns or legally possesses, or operates, a mobile X-ray unit.

"Mobile x-ray unit" means any X-ray generator which is, or can be, used for the purpose of making medical diagnostic photofluorographic films of persons, and which is installed in or upon a motor vehicle or trailer so that it may be transported from place to place. (Prior code 6580; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

All mobile X-ray units shall comply with the requirements of the Radiation Control Law, Division 104, Part 9, Chapter 8, California Health and Safety Code, together with regulations enacted pursuant thereto.

(Prior code 6580.1; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78; Ord. 4-00)

Any person or entity desiring to operate a mobile X-ray unit within the City shall make application to the County Health Officer on forms prescribed by him or her for issuance of a permit. The County Health Officer shall cause to be conducted an investigation of the applicant for a permit to determine, among other things, the following items of information:

• A. Whether or not the unit has a valid state registration as provided by Division 104, Part 9, Chapter 8, California Health and Safety Code;

• B. Whether or not the applicant has complied with applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations, including those relating to the reporting to the Health Officer of abnormal X- ray findings pursuant to regulations of the State Department of Public Health;

• C. Whether the proper public notices, as required by state law, regulations enacted pursuant thereto, and local ordinances, have been posted in or upon the mobile unit;

• D. The location and mailing address of all film files to be maintained by the mobile unit as hereinafter provided;

• E. Whether the applicant and specified personnel are qualified by reason of training and experience to operate a mobile X-ray unit in such a manner as to provide reasonable assurance of protection to health, life and property;

• F. Whether the applicant's equipment, facilities, proposed uses and procedures are such as to provide reasonable assurance of protection to health, life and property;

• G. Such other information as shall be required by the County Health Officer. (Prior code 6580.2; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78; Ord. 4-00)

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City of Orange, CA

BUSINESS TAXES AND REGULATIONS

§ 5.84.040

§ 5.84.100

No permit shall be granted, renewed, or reinstated unless the County Health Officer determines, upon completing his or her investigation, that the mobile X-ray unit is, or can be, operated in compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, and administrative regulations, and in a manner not detrimental to the health of the patrons, employees, and the general public and that all operators of mobile X-ray equipment have been certified by the County Health Officer to operate same.

(Prior code 6580.3; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

Permits may be granted at any time during the year, but all permits shall expire at the end of the calendar year.

(Prior code 6580.4; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

All mobile X-ray units shall be operated so as to comply with the conditions set out in Sections 5.84.070 through 5.84.150.

(Prior code 6580.5; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

No person under the age of 15 years is to be X-rayed unless such person has a positive tuberculin skin test and presents a written statement, signed by a licensed practitioner of the healing arts, showing the method and the date of such positive skin test. A sign shall be posted in a prominent location of the mobile X-ray unit stating that no person under the age of 15 years is to be X-rayed unless such person has had a positive tuberculin skin test. (Prior code 6580.5(a); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

No pregnant woman shall be X-rayed in a mobile X-ray unit unless as ordered in writing by a licensed practitioner of the healing arts. A sign shall be posted in a prominent location on the mobile X-ray unit stating that no pregnant woman shall be X-rayed. (Prior code 6580.5(b); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

The mobile X-ray operator shall require all persons, before being X-rayed, to complete an information form showing the following: name, age, sex, address, telephone number, the person's physician's name and address; if a female, whether pregnant; if under 15 years of age, whether the person has had a positive tuberculin skin test, and the date of such test. (Prior code 6580.5(c); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

All X-ray films shall be retained by the operator for at least 10 years. Each patient shall receive from the mobile X-ray operator a report of his or her X-ray findings within 30 days. Every 30 days, the operator shall submit to the Health Officer a report of the total number of X-ray films

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City of Orange, CA

ORANGE CODE

§ 5.84.100

§ 5.84.160

taken during the preceding calendar month. (Prior code 6580.5(d); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

The mobile X-ray operator shall make X-ray films available for use by the physician of the person X-rayed, provided the person gives consent in writing. The operator may make a reasonable charge for such service. (Prior code 6580.5(e); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

A sign shall be posted in a prominent location on the mobile X-ray unit stating essentially the following: "A chest X-ray film is a useful aid to the physician in diagnosing chest disease. It is not a complete examination. See your family doctor for an examination at least once a year." The County Health Officer shall have the right to determine the location, size and wording of all required signs.

(Prior code 6580.5(f); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

The mobile X-ray operator shall give the County Health Officer notice at least 14 calendar days in advance concerning proposed dates, times and places of use of the unit. All such information will be forwarded by the County Health Officer to the City. (Prior code 6580.5(g); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

The name and address of the mobile X-ray operator shall be plainly printed on each side of the exterior of the vehicle or trailer in letters at least three inches high. The name and address of the mobile X-ray operator shall appear on all forms, letters, pamphlets, or other printed matter used in conjunction with the unit. It is unlawful for any person, firm, corporation or association, or any employee thereof with intent directly or indirectly to perform mobile X-ray services, to make or disseminate, or cause to be made or disseminated, before the public in the City in any newspaper or other publication, or any advertising device, or by public outcry or proclamation, or in any other manner or means whatever, any statement concerning such mobile X-ray services, or concerning any circumstance or matter of fact connected with the proposed mobile X-ray services which is untrue or misleading, and which is known, or which by the exercise of reasonable care should be known, to be untrue or misleading. (Prior code 6580.5(h); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

The mobile X-ray operation shall comply with all applicable City ordinances and resolutions while operating within the City.

(Prior code 6580.5(i); Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78)

No mobile X-ray unit shall be operated unless the operator thereof has been issued a permit and business license as herein before provided. No mobile X-ray unit shall be operated by any

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City of Orange, CA

BUSINESS TAXES AND REGULATIONS

§ 5.84.160

§ 5.84.160

person other than the applicant or the persons specified in the applicant's permit. Any violation by any person of any provision of these regulations governing mobile X-ray units shall constitute a misdemeanor and shall be punishable as provided in Section 5.30.050 of the Orange Municipal Code.

(Prior code 6580.6; Ord. 18-70; Ord. 32-78; Ord. 1-80)

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City of Orange, CA

BUSINESS TAXES AND REGULATIONS

§ 5.86.010

§ 5.86.020