MRI Safety Positions Quiz

Roles and Responsibilities of Magnetic Resonance Medical Director (MRMD), Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO), and Magnetic Resonance Safety Expert (MRSE)

• MRMD/MRRD oversees safe execution of MRI examinations on every patient/human subject under their jurisdiction and may preside over multiple MR systems.
• MRMD/MRRD must be accessible to MRI system operators at all times and identify at least one MRSE for advice on MR safety issues.
• MRMD/MRRD must designate at least one MRSO for each MR system to enforce safety policies and procedures, develop safe working procedures, and minimize health risks.
• MRSO must be readily accessible to MRI system operators, enforce safety policies and procedures, ensure adequate written safety procedures and instructions, and educate personnel on safety requirements.
• MRSO must manage hazards posed by MR equipment, ensure appropriate measures are taken to protect against hazards, maintain records of educated personnel, and consult with MRMD/MRRD or MRSE as needed.
• MRSO must provide safety advice on purchasing, testing, and marking of equipment, provide MR safety education and training, and advise on selection, procurement, and installation of MR-related equipment.
• MRSE provides high-level advice on safe use of MR equipment, develops rules and procedures for safe use, and advises on modification of MR protocols.
• MRSE advises on non-routine MR procedures, selects MR safety and quality assurance programs, and assists with selection, procurement, and installation of MR system and related equipment.
• MRSE tests MR equipment prior to use, advises on performance testing procedures, and establishes and maintains links with appropriate bodies.
• MRSE reports MR safety-related issues to MRMD/MRRD.
• MRSE does not require a medical education and may serve as an engineer or technician on call.
• MRMD/MRRD and MRSO must ensure safety, quality assurance, and risk assessment programs are implemented and investigate incidents or safety-related events.