Assessment of Specification for testing of quality control in γ-ray sources afterloading brachytherapy(WS 262-2017)in Jiangsu Province,China
Objective To evaluate the implementation,application,problems,and suggestions associated with the WS 262-2017 Specification for Testing of Quality Control in γ-Ray Sources Afterloading Brachytherapy among radiation work-ers in Jiangsu Province,China,and to provide a scientific basis for further revision and implementation of this standard.Methods A questionnaire survey was conducted among employees of public and private institutions involved in radiation health technology services,radiation health supervision,and medical services in Jiangsu Province who carried out afterload-ing testing,supervision,and treatment.The survey primarily focused on the implementation status,technical content,and im-plementation effect of WS 262-2017,and the results were summarized and analyzed.Results A total of 185 valid ques-tionnaires were collected,and 73.5%of the respondents were aware of the standard.Among the respondents who were aware of the standard,29.4%did not participate in relevant training,and 41.2%did not use or infrequently used the standard.Moreover,94.1%of survey respondents considered the standard to be scientifically robust and free of issues,88.6%respon-ded that the main technical content of the standard was highly operable,and 97.8%agreed that the main content of the stand-ard was coordinated and consistent with relevant regulatory standards.In addition,88.6%,90.8%,and 87.0%of survey re-spondents reported that this standard provided significant assistance and played an important role in optimizing radiation pro-tection,quality control and testing of radiation therapy equipment,and improving professional skills for technical personnel.Conclusion Radiation workers in Jiangsu Province have a high awareness rate of WS 262-2017 and believe that this stand-ard is scientifically rigorous and plays an important role.There is no need for revision,but relevant departments should strengthen the promotion and training concerning the standard.
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