Industrial – X-Ray Registration
New Registration for Industrial Radiation Machines
To obtain a new registration for industrial radiation machines, submit required forms with appropriate fee and Radiation Safety Officer qualifications.
Form Number |
Form Title |
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RC 226-1 |
Business Information Form - Registration See the business registration page for more detailed information. |
RC 226-3 |
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RC 204 |
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RC 42-I |
Industrial Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Form *RSO changes* can be completed online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System. For additional information visit the Online Application Instructions page. |
RC 42-IR |
Industrial Radiography Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Form *RSO changes* can be completed online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System. For additional information visit the Online Application Instructions page. |
Fee Schedule for New Certificates of Registration
The table below outlines fees pertaining to the issuance of a single certificate of registration for industrial use.
For a complete listing of all types of radiation machines and their associated fees, see 25 TAC, §289.204.
Machine Category |
Fee |
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Minimal Threat Machines |
$290 |
Other Industrial Machines |
$670 |
Fixed IR Machines |
$1,960 |
Portable IR Machines |
$3,280 |
Reciprocity |
Applicable category |
Each initial application for a certificate of registration shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable fee equal to the appropriate biennial fee. Fee payments by check or money order shall be made payable to Texas Department of State Health Services.
Multiple Categories of Use
In the case of a single certificate of registration that authorizes more than one category of use, the total fee is the category listed in 25 TAC §289.204 with the highest corresponding fee. If the certificate of registration has additional authorized use locations, the registrant shall pay an additional 30% of the highest fee category for each additional use location.
Registration for Radiation Machine Services
Radiation machine services include but are not limited to: Assembly, Installation, or repair, demonstrations and sales, providers of equipment, and consultants of radiation machines.
To obtain a new registration for radiation machine services, submit the appropriate forms with $290 and Radiation Safety Officer qualifications.
Form Number |
Form Title |
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RC 226-1 |
Business Information Form |
RC 226-4 |
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RC 42-I |
Industrial Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Form *RSO changes* can be completed online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System. For additional information visit the Online Application Instructions page. |
RC 204 |
Out of state service companies are required to provide a 3-day notice of work in Texas. For an example notice see X-Ray Services Notice of Intent to Work in The State of Texas (PDF, 101KB).
Biennial Fees for X-Ray Registration
Biennial fees must be paid every two years to continue operating X-ray devices. The fee covers all direct and indirect costs associated with licensing a company or individual.
For detailed information on biennial fees and payment methods accepted, see Biennial Fees for X-Ray Registration.
Technical Renewal of Certificate of Registration
To renew a Certificate of Registration, complete and submit the appropriate application and Business Information Form.
Form Number |
Form Title |
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RC 226-3 |
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RC 226-4 |
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RC 226-1 |
Business Information Form |
Reciprocal Recognition
To obtain a new registration for X-ray reciprocity, submit required forms with appropriate fee and additional information listed on the reciprocity requirements page. Reciprocity registrants are required to provide a 3-day notice of work in Texas. Reciprocity will not be granted to out-of-state service companies.
Amending a Certificate of Registration
*Equipment, name, address, and RSO changes* can be completed online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System. For additional information visit the Online Application Instructions page.
To amend a Certificate of Registration, complete and submit the appropriate Application within 30 days of any change.
Form Number |
Form Title |
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RC 226-3 |
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RC 226-4 |
NOTE: Some circumstances involving a change of name or ownership may require a new certificate of registration. See Regulatory Guide 8.2: Guidelines for Issuing Certificates of Registration Due to a Change in Name and/or Ownership (PDF, 27KB) to determine if a new certificate of registration is required.
Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) Changes
*RSO changes* can be completed online using the Regulatory Services Online Licensing System. For additional information visit the Online Application Instructions page.
Complete the appropriate form and submit with required documentation.
Document Number |
Title |
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RC 42-I |
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RC 42-IR |
Industrial Accelerator Information
Disposing of an X-Ray Unit
For information on disposing of X-Ray equipment in Texas
Terminating a Certificate of Registration
To terminate the registration, complete and submit RC 17-R Termination Form.
Texas Department of State Health Services
Radiation Machine Source Unit
Mail Code 2003
P. O. Box 149347
Austin, TX 78714-9347
Telephone: 737-218-7110
Fax: 512-206-3787