In order to help medical institutions use and manage lead protective equipment in a scientific and standardized manner and promote the occupational safety and health of medical personnel,this《Expert consensus on the application and management of ionizing radiation lead protective equipment》(hereinafter referred to as"the consensus")is formulated.The consensus is formulated through conducting systematic literature search as well as through integrating the opinions of domestic experts in various fields after two rounds of letter inquiry.The consensus provides professional guidance in four aspects,including the selection,configuration,cleaning and maintenance,and inspection of appliances,aiming to provide clinical reference for the majority of medical workers engaged in interventional radiology.