NIOSH B Reader Training and Examination Materials
Welcome to the ACR Education Center NIOSH B Reader Training and Examination course!
In order to ensure you have a great experience, we have pulled together material to make sure you are adequately prepared to complete the requirements of this course. These materials will be available for review up to 24 months after the conclusion of your course. Any materials that you wish to reference should be downloaded or saved on your personal device.
B-Reader Exam Overview and Study Syllabus
Radiographic Screening and B Readers
Presentations
Introduction to the NIOSH B Reader Program
Imaging of Coal Worker's Pneumoconiosis and Silicosis
Imaging of Asbestos-Related Lung and Pleural Disease
Threshold Between Major Categories
ILO Classification - Pleura Abnormalities
ILO Classification - Obligatory Symbols
Quality and Digital Radiography Artifacts
Medicolegal and Regulatory Considerations
Incorporating B Reading into your Practice
Additional Resources
Reference 1 NIOSH Guideline Application of Digital Radiography for the Detection and Cl
Become a NIOSH-Certified B Reader
