Hidden Health Risks in QA Tech

From quality assurance of electronic components and non-destructive testing to the detection of bone fragments in processed meat or checking bottle fill levels, the use of x-ray, radiography, and laser inspection technologies has become across many industries.

When x-ray equipment in the plant is operating as designed, and as installed by a qualified manufacturer, we assume that it is safe, but we cannot rely on assumptions to protect people.

What happens when the machine is moved, not maintained, and begins to wear? Radiation risk is invisible. As many industries discovered with the widespread use of asbestos, the impact of exposure may not be apparent for years—possibly many years.

If you use x-ray equipment for QA, you have a responsibility to evaluate how you are protecting your workers and applying safeguards to properly manage the risk.