Ionising Radiation Update (SW09-27)

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SubjectRadiography and radiation protection
DescriptionAn update for staff with a radiography qualification
VenueFuture Inn Hotel, Bristol - Bristol & N Somerset  View details
Date & timeTuesday 13 October 2009, 09:00 to 17:00
LecturersDr Richard DeCann & Mr Tim Reynolds  View details
Target audience

Mandatory: Dental nurse, or Dentist, or Hygienist, or Therapist

Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Catering Meal
Core topicRadiography and radiation protection
CPD hours6:00
Cost£52.00
Aims

A one-day seminar/workshop on the impact and application of the IR(ME)R “Core of Knowledge” in Dentistry. It will include revision of prior knowledge, provide updates on the impact of the latest legislation. It will provide guidelines on the appropriate implementation, management and impact on clinical practice of this legislation.

Objectives

By the end of the day participants should be able to:

  • Describe the nature and effects of ionising radiation
  • Define the sources of radiation dose to the UK population
  • Identify and quantify some of the radiation risks involved in dental radiology
  • Outline the principle components of the IRR 1999 and 2000 legislation
  • Identify the impact of the legislation on clinical practice
  • List appropriate quality control measures
  • Describe the radiographic audit process
  • Identify considered “best practice”
  • List the operational management priorities for your practice considering the detailed examination of any suspected abnormalities