Radiography and radiation protection – a course for non-radiography qualified operators (core) (SO03022017)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCore - Radiology
DescriptionThe aim of this course is to provide continuing education and training in key aspects of dental radiology for non-radiography qualified operators. Requirements of the GDC and Schedule 2 of Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2000 will be met by this course.
Additional informationObjectives :

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

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

This course is intended for: Dental Nurses, Therapists, Dental Hygienists, that are NON-radiography qualified operators

Sonia Jones RDH CFET, GDC number 5754 is a Dental Hygienist in Torquay. She delivers CPD, including BLS and AED skills, to dental care professionals across the country. She also examines for the NEBDN and NCFE.

VenueEducation Centre, RSHH, Southampton  View details
Date & timeFriday 3 February 2017, 10:00 to 13:00
LecturerMrs Jo Russell  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours3:00
Cost£25.00
Aims
  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 justification, authorisation and optimisation in dental radiology, so as to demonstrate theoretical ability regarding the safe use of radiographs in dental practice