Training activity information
Details
Complete an audit of compliance against an element of IRMER, and write a report and make recommendations
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
- Local and national guidance/legislation
- Local frameworks of radiation protection, including policies and practice
- Report recommendations
Reflective practice guidance
The guidance below is provided to support reflection at different time points, providing you with questions to aid you to reflect for this training activity. They are provided for guidance and should not be considered as a mandatory checklist. Trainees should not be expected to provide answers to each of the guidance questions listed.
Before action
- Consider the specific element of IRMER (The Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations 2017) you will be auditing.
- What constitutes a successful audit and report with effective recommendations?
- What are the specific requirements of the chosen element of IRMER?
- What are the local procedures and protocols related to this element of IRMER within the department you will be auditing?
- Do you have access to the necessary documentation and records for the audit?
- Do you understand the process for conducting an audit and writing a report with recommendations?
- How will this activity improve your ability to interpret and apply IRMER?
- What practical skills in auditing and report writing do you hope to develop?
- Will you gain a better understanding of the challenges and complexities of ensuring compliance with IRMER in a clinical setting?
- Discuss the specific element of IRMER and the audit process with your training officer.
- Review the relevant sections of the IRMER legislation and any associated guidance.
- Familiarise yourself with local procedures and audit templates (if available).
- Consider potential areas of non-compliance you might encounter.
- Are you feeling prepared to undertake an audit?
- Do you have any concerns about identifying non-compliance or making recommendations?
In action
- Pay attention to how you are conducting the audit.
- What specific areas of compliance with IRMER are you focusing on? Why did you choose this particular element?
- How are you gathering evidence (e.g., observation, documentation review)?
- What decisions are you making regarding what constitutes compliance or non-compliance? What criteria are you using?
- What aspects of the audit process feel straightforward, and what requires more careful consideration of the IRMER regulations and their application in practice?
- How effective is your chosen audit method in identifying areas of compliance and non-compliance?
- Are you gathering sufficient and relevant information?
- What challenges are you facing during the audit? Are there ambiguities in the regulations or difficulties in accessing necessary information?
- What can you learn about the practical application of IRMER by actively conducting this audit? Are there discrepancies between policy and practice?
- How does this audit connect to your understanding of the legal requirements of IRMER and the importance of compliance for patient safety?
- If you are struggling to interpret a specific aspect of IRMER, are there alternative resources you could consult or individuals you could ask for clarification from during the audit process?
- What support or guidance might you need in the moment if you encounter a situation that you are unsure how to assess for compliance?
- Are you ensuring that your audit remains within your scope of understanding of IRMER and the audit process?
On action
- Which specific element of IRMER did you audit against?
- What were the key findings of your audit regarding compliance?
- What evidence did you gather to support your observations?
- What challenges did you encounter during the audit process?
- What were the main points you included in your audit report?
- What recommendations did you make based on your findings?
- How is an audit process used to assess compliance with radiation protection legislation?
- What are the key considerations when auditing against IRMER?
- How do you formulate advice and recommendations based on audit findings?
- What level of detail and evidence is required in an audit report?
- How will this experience inform your approach to future audits or compliance checks?
- What skills did you develop or improve in terms of audit methodology and report writing?
- How will you ensure that your recommendations are practical and contribute to improved practice?
Beyond action
- Have you reviewed the audit you conducted against the element of IRMER and the report and recommendations you produced?
- Have you had opportunities to see if your recommendations were implemented or discussed further within the department?
- Have you engaged in other audit activities since this training activity?
- How does your experience with this IRMER audit compare with those subsequent experiences?
- How has conducting this audit enhanced your understanding of the practical application of IRMER?
- Has the experience of writing the report and formulating recommendations improved your analytical and communication skills?
- Has this training activity influenced how you approach compliance with regulations and procedures in your daily work?
- How will the skills you developed in planning, conducting, and reporting on this audit be transferable to future audit activities or quality improvement initiatives?
- Will your understanding of IRMER gained through this process be valuable in future roles or responsibilities involving radiation safety?
- How might this experience contribute to your ability to critically assess compliance with other relevant legislation and guidelines in your future practice?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 3 |
Outcome
Perform audits against legislation and make recommendations to improve practice. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Formulate advice on compliance with aspects of legislation. |