Training activity information

Details

Plan, perform, analyse and report on electrical safety, essential performance and calibration of a range of general medical devices

Type

Developmental training activity (DTA)

Evidence requirements

Evidence the activity has been undertaken by the trainee​.

Reflection on the activity at one or more time points after the event including learning from the activity and/or areas of the trainees practice for development.

An action plan to implement learning and/or to address skills or knowledge gaps identified.

Considerations

  • Clinical use of the device
  • Technical function of the device
  • Essential function of the device
  • Regulations and legislation
  • Standards for electrical safety and basic performance
  • Guidance for expected features, performance, testing and calibration of devices that perform particular clinical functions

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 4 Outcome

Appraise and apply legislative frameworks for healthcare technology management.

# 5 Outcome

Practice in accordance with organisational policy for healthcare technology management.

# 8 Outcome

Identify and assess the essential performance and basic safety of healthcare technology.