Testing of x-ray equipment safety features and protection for staff, members of the public and patients are requirements of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 (IRR17) [1], while performance testing of x-ray equipment for medical exposures is required under the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposures) Regulations 2017 (IR(ME)R) [2]. X-ray equipment should be subject to initial testing by the installer followed by routine tests. All testing must be carried out by a qualified person.