Ionising Radiation (SW12-11-10-1)

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SubjectRadiography and radiation protection
DescriptionThis course, based on the key principles of the International Commission for Radiological Protection (ICRP) of justification, optimisation and limitation. A comprehensive course in dental radiography and radiation protection satisfying the requirements of the GDC and covering all the specific IR(M)ER topics including the essential legal requirements of both the IR(ME)R2000 and IRR99 regulations. Dentists and all DCP's welcome
VenueThe Academy, Weston General Hospital, Weston-super-Mare - Bristol & N Somerset  View details
Date & timeSaturday 10 November 2012, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerMr Ian Hamilton  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Catering Meal
Core topicRadiography and radiation protection
CPD hours6:00
Cost£42.00
Aims

To update the dental team with Ionising Radiation Regulations

Objectives

By the end of the session delegates will have improved-

Understanding of  the principles of radiation physics

Understanding of the risks of ionising radiation and the principles of radiation protection in dental radiology

Know the radiation doses in dental radiology and the factors affecting radiation dose

Understand the principles of a Quality Assurance programme

Understand the use of selection criteria in relation to dental radiography

Know the changes to the legislation concerning dental radiology and be aware of their statutory responsibilities