Radiation Protection Resources & Guides

Is There a Way To Track Cleaning and Inspection History for Lead Garments?

When inspection records live in spreadsheets or paper logs, proving compliance during an audit can turn into a scramble to piece together history. This article covers how facilities can track cleaning and inspection history for lead garments in one place, making audits and radiation safety recordkeeping far less stressful.

Blog Post 8/6/26

What Is RadComply® and How Can It Simplify Lead Garment Management?

Tracking the condition and compliance status of every lead garment across a facility can quickly become an administrative headache, especially when inspections are due. This piece explains what RadComply® is and how it simplifies lead garment management so healthcare teams can stay compliant without the manual tracking burden.

Case Study 8/5/26

How Often Should X-Ray Garments Be Deep Cleaned?

Case Study Overview To answer this question with real data, RadCare Services traveled to an IDN-affiliated hospital network in Central Indiana to pick up 97 X-ray garments from the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgery Center, and Radiology Department. Twenty-five pieces were randomly selected, pre-scanned, and tested using ATP testing technology before any servicing took place. ATP […]

Blog Post 7/31/26

How To Choose the Right Radiation Protection Garments for Your Hospital or Medical Office

Not all lead garments offer the same level of protection, fit, or durability for daily clinical use. RadCare Services outlines what hospitals and medical offices should weigh when selecting radiation protection garments that keep staff safe and comfortable.

Blog Post 7/30/26

Are There State-Specific Licensing Requirements for Radiology Facilities?

Radiology licensing rules vary widely from state to state, and missing a requirement can put a facility’s compliance at risk. RadCare Services breaks down what to know about state specific licensing so your facility stays audit ready.

Blog Post 7/24/26

What Is the Long-Term ROI of Investing in Higher-Quality Lead Garments?

Cheaper lead garments often mean more frequent replacements and hidden costs down the line. This guide breaks down the long-term ROI of investing in higher-quality protection, helping facilities make smarter purchasing decisions.

Blog Post 7/23/26

Are There Lead Garments Designed for Mobility During Interventional Procedures?

Long interventional procedures demand lead protection that will not slow you down or strain your back. This guide covers lead garments engineered for mobility, so clinicians can move freely without sacrificing radiation safety.

Blog Post 7/22/26

Should I Choose a One-Piece Coat, Vest/Skirt Combo, or Separate Pieces?

Picking the right lead apron style can be confusing when coverage, mobility, and comfort all seem to pull in different directions. This guide compares one-piece coats, vest/skirt combos, and separate pieces to help healthcare workers choose the right fit for their role.

Blog Post 7/17/26

Are Wrap-Around Lead Aprons Better Than Traditional Front-Only Lead Aprons for Radiation Protection?

Choosing between wrap around and front only lead aprons can be confusing when both promise reliable radiation protection. This guide compares the two styles to help facilities determine which offers better coverage and safety for staff.

Blog Post 7/16/26

What Are the Differences Between Lead, Lead-Free, and Composite Aprons?

Choosing the wrong radiation apron can mean sacrificing protection, comfort, or budget, sometimes all three. This guide breaks down the differences between lead, lead free, and composite aprons to help facilities make the safest choice.

Case Study 7/16/26

800 Bed Community Hospital – Indiana

800 Bed Community Hospital | Indiana | Standardization & Compliance A community hospital system in Indiana approached RadCare Services with three facilities and a unified goal: to align everyone under the same compliance program. Their lead garment program was scattered across sites with no standardized inspection process, no shared compliance documentation, and no single point […]

Case Study 7/16/26

Large Pediatric Hospital – Texas

Large Pediatric Hospital | Texas | Cleanliness A nurse manager at a large pediatric hospital in Texas knew their garments were gross. The harder problem was convincing everyone else, including the physicians who wore them every day around their patients. As part of a trial, she sent a few pieces to RadCare Services (RCS). ATP […]

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Is There a Way To Track Cleaning and Inspection History for Lead Garments?

What Is RadComply® and How Can It Simplify Lead Garment Management?

How Often Should X-Ray Garments Be Deep Cleaned?

How To Choose the Right Radiation Protection Garments for Your Hospital or Medical Office

Are There State-Specific Licensing Requirements for Radiology Facilities?

What Is the Long-Term ROI of Investing in Higher-Quality Lead Garments?

Are There Lead Garments Designed for Mobility During Interventional Procedures?

Should I Choose a One-Piece Coat, Vest/Skirt Combo, or Separate Pieces?

Are Wrap-Around Lead Aprons Better Than Traditional Front-Only Lead Aprons for Radiation Protection?

What Are the Differences Between Lead, Lead-Free, and Composite Aprons?

800 Bed Community Hospital – Indiana

Large Pediatric Hospital – Texas

Ready To Say Goodbye To Filthy Lead?

Resources Library

Case Studies

Blogs

Scientific Studies

The Ergonomics of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Choosing PPE To Reduce Physical Strain

How Often Should X-Ray Garments Be Deep Cleaned?

800 Bed Community Hospital – Indiana

Browse all resources

Is There a Way To Track Cleaning and Inspection History for Lead Garments?

What Is RadComply® and How Can It Simplify Lead Garment Management?

How Often Should X-Ray Garments Be Deep Cleaned?

How To Choose the Right Radiation Protection Garments for Your Hospital or Medical Office

Are There State-Specific Licensing Requirements for Radiology Facilities?

What Is the Long-Term ROI of Investing in Higher-Quality Lead Garments?

Are There Lead Garments Designed for Mobility During Interventional Procedures?

Should I Choose a One-Piece Coat, Vest/Skirt Combo, or Separate Pieces?

Are Wrap-Around Lead Aprons Better Than Traditional Front-Only Lead Aprons for Radiation Protection?

What Are the Differences Between Lead, Lead-Free, and Composite Aprons?

800 Bed Community Hospital – Indiana

Large Pediatric Hospital – Texas

Ready To Say Goodbye To Filthy Lead?

Ready To Say Goodbye To Filthy Lead?