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Radiotherapy Permit Verification at Awal Bros Hospital, Pekanbaru, Riau
Kembali     21 April 2025 | Berita BAPETEN | 14 lihat

The Directorate of Licensing and Radioactive Materials (DPFRZR) of BAPETEN conducted a radiotherapy facility verification at Awal Bros Hospital, Pekanbaru, Riau Province, on April 14-17, 2025. This activity aimed to ensure that the radiotherapy bunker, which uses a linear accelerator (LINAC), meets safety standards for workers, patients, the community, and the surrounding environment.

The verification team assessed the suitability of the radiation protection building design, along with its main and supporting equipment. Furthermore, the competency of human resources and the LINAC's operational procedures were evaluated to ensure all aspects met radiation safety requirements.

The inspection was led by Iin Indartati, the activity manager of the BAPETEN Health Facility Licensing Function Group, with members of the BAPETEN Radiation Supervisory team, Sulistiyoningsih and Naufal Alif Syarifuddin. They inspected the radiotherapy facility, which uses a Varian Halcyon 4.0 LINAC.

The scope of the on-site inspection included document evaluation and technical checks regarding the suitability of the facility design and the thickness of the radiation shielding walls in the radiotherapy bunker. The team also checked the performance of primary and supporting equipment, conducted radiation exposure measurements and dosimetry tests, and assessed the patient care flow and personnel's ability to operate the LINAC according to applicable standards. Furthermore, a comprehensive inspection of protective equipment and radiation safety systems was conducted.

The verification results indicate the hospital's commitment to promptly addressing the BAPETEN team's findings within the specified timeframe. Throughout the process, the hospital provided full support to ensure smooth operations; any deficiencies were used as constructive feedback to ensure compliance with safety standards and applicable regulations.

Awal Bros Pekanbaru Hospital also expressed their commitment to provide high-quality care through the addition of a new LINAC, particularly for cancer patients in Riau Province, and to ensuring that each patient receives optimal care in accordance with the latest medical standards. [DPFRZR/Dwiangesti/BHKK/SP/Translator: GP]


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