Radiography and Radiation Protection - a continuing education course for IRMER operators [ WEBINAR] (BE171221)

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SubjectCore - Radiology
DescriptionThis course will provide an update in IRR17 and IR(ME)R18. In 2018, IRR99, and IR(ME)R 2000 and its 2006 and 2011 amendments were updated, and this course will help learners understand the current regulations and changes. Clare Wray has been a qualified, state registered Radiographer since 1995, and has worked as a Radiographer in both the NHS and the British Army. She is experienced in both film/chemistry and digital imaging systems, and has worked in general, trauma, theatre, dental, veterinary and forensic radiography, CT scanning, PET/CT and MRI. Clare is also a qualified RPS, and an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Leeds, having specialised in dental radiography whilst Superintendent Radiographer at Leeds Dental Institute. Clare loves physics, and tries to make radiation physics and its application relevant and interesting
Additional information

09:00 – 12:30: Lecture (with short break)

12:30 – 13:15: Break for Lunch

13:15 – 15:00: Lecture (with short Break)

Registration is 08:50 with the educational programme starting at 09:00. ** Please note this course will be delivered via MS Teams as a Webinar. Please ensure that your IT supports MS Teams and sign in using your Deanery registered name, as this helps us to confirm your attendance.

Questions for the speaker can be submitted in advance to the course tutor/facilitator Nicola Spillane (nicola.spillane@hee.nhs.uk )who will forward joining instructions and a guide to remote learning the day before the course.

VenueWEBINAR, Reading - Berkshire - West  View details
Date & timeFriday 17 December 2021, 09:00 to 15:00
LecturerMs Clare Wray  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeB, C
Course styleLecture
Core topicRadiography & Radiation Protection
CPD hours5:00
Cost£50.00
Aims

The aim of this course is to provide continuing education and training in all aspects of dental radiography as part of life-long learning for operators who carry out all or part of the practical aspects associated with a radiographic examination.

Objectives

1. To explain the principles of radiation physics and the risks of ionising radiation in dental radiography.

2. To consider radiation doses in dental radiography and factors affecting dose.

3. To discuss the statutory responsibilities for IRMER practitioners and operators by examining current UK legislation and guidelines governing the use of ionising radiation in dentistry.

4. To consider the principles of radiation protection.

5. To provide information on the requirements of quality assurance systems, medico-legal dental radiography, record keeping and clinical audit.

Learning outcomes

1. Describe the fundamentals of radiation physics, and the risk/benefits and biological effects of radiation, so as to demonstrate knowledge of hazard associated with exposure.

2. Summarise the factors affecting radiation doses received by patients and staff in dental radiology, and outline attendant quality assurance systems , so as to demonstrate theoretical ability to minimise risks and ensure the consistent quality of radiographs.

3. Outline general points of current UK legislation and guidance governing the use of ionising radiation in dentistry, so as to demonstrate awareness of statutory responsibilities.

4. Summarise the principles of radiation protection, so as to demonstrate theoretical ability regarding the safe use of radiographs in dental practice.

5. Recognise and describe key aspects of radiography quality assurance framework, so as to implement effective strategies in own practice.