1. MRI SAFETY
FOR NON-MRI PERSONNEL

2. WHAT IS MRI? exam, a patient is exposed to three different forms of
During an MRI
exam, a patient is exposed to three
different forms of
electromagnetism

3. THREE FORMS OF ELECTROMAGNETISM
STATIC
GRADIENT
RADIOFREQUENCY

4. MAGNETIC FIELD The MRI system is always on and danger is
always present.

5. MAGNETIC FIELD
365 Days/Year
7 Days/Week
24 Hours/day

6. MAGNETIC FIELD
There is a magnetic field present even when no patient is in the room

7. MRI SYSTEM SHUTDOWN! Emergency situations only!
The shutdown procedure can only be performed by trained professionals!
An improper shutdown can release harmful gasses into the MRI system room!

8. METAL OBJECTS
Metal objects can become dangerous and deadly projectiles within the magnetic field!

9. THE MISSILE EFFECT
OCCURS WHEN A FLYING METALLIC PROJECTILE IS DRAWN TO THE CENTER OF THE MAGNET.

10. THE MISSILE EFFECT
CAN LEAD TO SUBSTANTIAL COSTS IN REPAIR AND MRI DOWNTIME!

11. MRI ACCIDENTS Problems that occur mostly are related to:
Bringing external metallic objects into the MRI system room.

12. MRI ACCIDENTS
AND
Accidental exposure of patients or individuals with certain implants, such as, cardiac pacemakers, pumps, and stimulators.

13. REQUIREMENTS
All persons are required to undergo screening before being permitted in the MRI environment.

14. SCREENING PROCESS
The screening process consists of questions regarding:
Implanted devices
Prior surgeries
Possibilities of any metallic foreign bodies

15. SCREENING PROCESS
Before entering the MRI system room the following items must be removed:
Metallic personal belongings
Watches
Pocket knives
Nail clippers
Jewelry
Scissors

16. SCREENING PROCESS
Before entering the MRI system room the following items must be removed because it can be damaged:
Hearing aides
Cell phones
Watches
Beepers

17. MRI TIPS TO REMEMBER
The magnetic field of the MRI system is always on, and dangers exist, even when a patient is not being imaged.

18. MRI TIPS TO REMEMBER
If you enter the room where the MRI system is located, you will be exposed to the powerful magnetic field.

19. MRI TIPS TO REMEMBER
Remove ALL metallic belongings before entering the MRI system room.

20. MRI TIPS TO REMEMBER
If you have any questions or concerns, discuss with the MRI technologist or radiologist.