The change in 18VAC60-20-195 allows unlicensed individuals to expose the public to ionized radiation. This must not be allowed. In the interest of public safety, Virginia must not regress. Satisfactory completion of a course and passing an examination should be reinstated. There is a large need in the State of Virginia for competent individuals to place and expose intraoral dental radiographs. These individuals cannot expose dental radiographs without the knowledge on how to safely use ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. To meet this large state-wide need, accredited dental hygiene programs should be able to give a course on radiation safety protocols and dispense radiation safety certificates to those who pass an examination.
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