For how long must records of maintenance and repairs of X-ray equipment be kept?

• A. 1 month
• B. 1 year
• C. 3 years
• D. 30 years

Answer: (C)

Maintenance and repair records for X-ray equipment are kept for three years. This duration supports a solid QA program by providing enough history to spot recurring issues, verify that preventive maintenance and repairs occurred on schedule, and document the equipment’s service in case of audits or investigations. Three years offers a practical balance: it covers typical licensing and review cycles and aligns with common regulatory expectations, while not requiring storage of records for an unnecessarily long time. Shorter periods may miss long-term trends in performance, and keeping records for decades isn’t usually necessary for routine maintenance.