X-rays | Vermont Department of Health
CLOSE
Translations for you
X-rays
Radiological Health
Radiation
Radioactive Elements
Radiological and Nuclear Emergency Preparedness
Vermont Radioactive Materials Program
Vermont Yankee
X-rays
Registration and Guidance for X-ray Operators
All facilities that have radiation-producing machines are required to register their machines on an annual basis, pay the registration fee and notify the Health Department of any changes in ownership, address or machines.
The Radiological Health Program does not perform any professional licensing actions. For questions or to verify your professional license, please reach out to the
Office of Professional Regulation
Note: not all suggestions may be appropriate for a given facility. Most of the information in these documents can serve as best practice tips. Inspection requirements are indicated by the words "must" or “shall.”
Guidance Documents
X-ray Facility Tips - Facility Shielding
X-ray Facility Tips - Patient Shielding
X-ray Facility Tips - Darkroom Conditions
X-ray Facility Tips - Digital Radiography in Dentistry
X-ray Facility Tips - Personnel Dosimeters
X-ray Facility Tips - Radiation Protection for Fluoroscopy Operators
X-ray Facility Tips - Lead Aprons
Appeal Process for Registration Decision
Shielding Plan Review Guidance
Dental X-ray Inspection Guide
Radiation machine registration is open for 2026.
The registration process is now online.
Follow the steps below to register online. You should also receive an email from the Radiological Health Program with an invitation to register.
Register your machine
1. Register online
The online registration form is open for 2026. Use the form to confirm your business's information and the type and number of machines at your business.
Register Your Machine
2. Check for your invoice
After filling out the online registration form, you will receive an invoice by email. You will need this invoice to complete the payment process.
You may not receive the invoice on the same day you submit the registration.
Be sure to check your inbox for the invoice to complete the registration process.
3. Payment
There are two ways to make a payment.
Pay Online
Your invoice number is required to pay through the portal.
Make an Online Payment
Pay by Check
You
must
include a copy of your invoice. Make out checks to:
Vermont Department of Health
Environmental Health
Radiological Health Program
280 State Drive
Waterbury, VT 05671-8350
4. Certification
You will receive an electronic copy of your certification by email. Be sure to print and display your certificate as required.
You may not receive the certificate the same day you make a payment.
5. Inspections
Once your machine is certified, your facility may be subject to routine inspections. By law, Health Department inspectors are permitted to inspect your establishment at all reasonable times.
Inspections do not replace regular maintenance of your machine. Be sure to follow maintenance recommendations and keep documentation that you have done so. Inspectors will review the required documents listed in the
Radiological Health Rule
during routine inspection.
Register as a service provider
Register as a service provider if you service x-ray producing machines. You can download the form to fill it out on your device, or print the form to complete it by hand.
Register as a Service Provider
Radiological Health Program
Phone:
802-863-7220 or 800-439-8550 (toll-free in Vermont)
Fax:
802-865-7745
Email:
[email protected]
Topics:
Resources for Dentists
Resources for Health Professionals
March 27, 2026