Radiography and radiation protection – a course for non-radiography qualified operators (core) (WEBINAR260620AM)

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SubjectRadiography and Radiation Protection
DescriptionRadiography and radiation protection – a course for non-radiography qualified operators (core) - This course is suitable for non-radiography qualified members of the dental team (not dentists). The webinar will be delivered on the Zoom Platform- an email will be sent to you at 09:45 on 26/06/20, which will include joining instructions and a summary of netiquette on webinars. Please ensure that your IT supports the Zoom Platform. Please sign in using your Deanery registered name, which helps us to confirm your attendance.
Additional information

Mrs Nikki Rogers

Nikki teaches DCPs at Bristol Dental Hospital. She is currently Chairperson of the NEBDN Dental Radiography Committee, and a member of the NEBDN panel of examiners. She is the author of several text books for dental nurses, which include medical emergencies and conscious sedation.

 

If you wish to send any questions prior to the Webinar then please send then to me jane.shrowder@hee.nhs.uk

VenueWebinar Tutorial, Slough - Berkshire  View details
Date & timeFriday 26 June 2020, 10:00 to 13:00
LecturerMrs Nicola Rogers  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeA, C, D
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours3:00
CostNo charge
Aims

The 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

Objectives
  • To explain the principles of radiation physics and the risks of ionising radiation in dental radiology
  • To consider radiation doses in dental radiography and factors affecting dose
  • 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
  • To consider the principles of radiation protection and selection criteria for radiography
  • To provide information on the requirements of quality assurance systems, medico-legal dental radiology, record keeping and clinical audit.
Learning outcomes
  • To update DCPs in radiography and radiation protection for optimum patient safety
  • To understand their role within IRR 1999 and IR(ME)R 2000. Understand the role of Employers, Referrers, Practitioners and Operators.
  • To be aware of the importance of quality assurance programmes and quality assurance procedures
  • To be able to recognise film faults and know how to prevent them