The document outlines the tests that must be included in the annual physics survey and technologist's quality control for magnetic resonance (MR) units. It lists tests such as magnetic field homogeneity, slice position accuracy, and radiofrequency coil checks that the medical physicist/MR scientist must perform. After July 1, 2016 additional tests like setup accuracy, center frequency, and high-contrast spatial resolution are also required. The purpose is to ensure proper functioning and safety of MR units through regular quality control checks.

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TAB 5
Annual Physics Survey/Performance Evaluation Checklist
Make additional copies of the pages as needed. Please complete the date of the most recent and the prior Annual Physics
Survey/Performance Evaluation. Leave it blank if that modality is not ACR accredited.
MR Unit #: _________
 Date of Most Recent:  Corrective Action Needed
 Date of Prior (if applicable):  Corrective Action Needed
Annual Medical Physicist Survey/Technologist’s QC
The following is a list of QC tests that must be included in the Annual Medical Physicist Survey and technologist’s
QC:
Medical Physicist’s/MR Scientist’s Annual QC Tests
 Magnetic Field Homogeneity
 Slice Position Accuracy
 Slice Thickness Accuracy
 Radiofrequency Coil Checks
 Soft-Copy Displays (Monitors)
 Review of Technologist Weekly QC
The following will be required on Medical Physicist/MR Scientist’s annual QC tests performed after July 1, 2016.
 Setup and Table Position Accuracy
 Center Frequency
 Transmitter Gain or Attenuation
 Geometric Accuracy Measurements
 High-Contrast Spatial Resolution
 Low-contrast Detectability
 Artifact Evaluation
 Film Printer Quality Control (if applicable)
 Visual Checklist
 MR Safety Program Assessment