42 CFR §37.50
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- (a)Chest radiographs must be interpreted and classified in accordance with the Guidelines for the Use of the ILO International Classification of Radiographs of Pneumoconioses (incorporated by reference, see § 37.10). Chest radiograph interpretations and classifications must be recorded on a paper or electronic Chest Radiograph Classification Form (CDC/NIOSH 2.8).
- (b)Radiographs must be interpreted and classified only by a physician who reads chest radiographs in the normal course of practice and who has demonstrated proficiency in classifying the pneumoconioses in accordance with § 37.52.
- (1)Initial clinical interpretations and notification of findings other than pneumoconiosis under paragraph (a) of this section must be provided by a qualified physician who provides these services for the examining facility. This physician must have all required licensure and privileges, and must interpret chest radiographs in the normal course of practice.
- (2)[Reserved]
- (c)All interpreters, whenever interpreting chest radiographs made under the Act, must have immediately available for reference a complete set of the standard radiographs for use with the Guidelines for the Use of the ILO International Classification of Radiographs of Pneumoconioses (incorporated by reference, see § 37.10).
- (d)View boxes used for making interpretations must comply with the following:
- (1)Fluorescent lamps must be simultaneously replaced with new lamps at 6-month intervals;
- (2)All the fluorescent lamps in a panel of boxes must have identical manufacturer's ratings as to intensity and color;
- (3)The glass, internal reflective surfaces, and the lamps must be kept clean;
- (4)The unit must be so situated as to minimize front surface glare.