Page 307 of 12 VAC5-481 states that x-ray machine operators must be licensed by the state or ARRT certified. This would make it unlawful for students to perform radiographs. Students must perform radiographs to become radiologic technologists. The guidelines under which they are allowed to do this are clearly delineated by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Ideally the statment should read "those who are licensed by the state, ARRT certified or are enrolled in a school of radiologic technology that is accredited by an agency acceptable by the ARRT."  As the Director of an x-ray school I must emphasize how important this matter is. Facilities will not allow our students to perform radiographs if this clause is not added for fear of breaking the law. Where will the next generation of technologists come from?