IJSR International Journal of Scientific Research 2277 - 8179 Indian Society for Health and Advanced Research ijsr-6-9-11936 Original Research Paper Appraisal of the Radiation Safety Practices in Jammu among radiographers in Jammu. Singh Dr. Mamta Parihar Dr. September 2017 6 9 01 02 ABSTRACT

 Aim: The aim of the study was to assess the knowledge and implementation of the radiation protection practices among radiographers in Jammu

Materials and Methods: The study was a prospective cross sectional survey. Convenience sampling technique was used to select radiographers who work in Department of radio diagnosis and imaging of SMGS JAMMU AND GMC JAMMU, conducted during the period from August – October 2016, through self administered questionnaires.

Results: Average score on assessment of knowledge was 78.42%, and implementation of those practices was 56.5%.

Conclusion: Radiographers in the hospitals demonstrated a good knowledge of hazards associated with the use of  ionising radiation and also of protection mechanisms , however, protection practices were found to be average.