Training activity information
Details
Review arrangements for outside workers within a department or modality
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
- Legislative requirements for outside workers
- Personal dosimetry techniques
- Co-operation of employers
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 arrangements in place for outside workers in the chosen department or modality.
- What aspects of these arrangements need to be reviewed to ensure radiation safety?
- What are the legal requirements and guidance regarding the radiation protection of outside workers (referencing IRR)?
- What local procedures are in place for managing outside workers, including risk assessments, dosimetry, and training?
- Who are the designated individuals responsible for overseeing outside workers in the department?
- What information should be provided to outside workers before they commence work?
- How will this activity enhance your understanding of the specific considerations for managing the radiation safety of outside workers?
- Will you gain insights into the practical application of IRR in the context of external personnel?
- Will you be able to identify potential areas for improvement in the current arrangements?
- Discuss the scope of the review and the relevant documentation with your training officer.
- Review the sections of IRR pertaining to outside workers.
- Identify and review local procedures, risk assessments, and any agreements with external organisations.
- Consider the types of work typically undertaken by outside workers in the department.
- Do you feel you have sufficient knowledge of the regulations regarding outside workers?
- Are you anticipating any challenges in accessing information about current arrangements?
In action
- Pay attention to how you are reviewing the arrangements for outside workers.
- What documentation are you examining (e.g., local rules, risk assessments, agreements with external companies)?
- What specific aspects are you focusing on (e.g., induction procedures, dose monitoring, communication protocols)?
- What decisions are you making about the adequacy and effectiveness of the current arrangements? What criteria are you using to assess them?
- What parts of the review process feel straightforward based on your understanding of radiation safety principles, and what requires more careful consideration of the specific challenges associated with outside workers?
- How effective is your review in identifying the key elements of the arrangements for outside workers? Are you gaining a clear picture of the current processes?
- What difficulties are you encountering during the review? Are the documentation clear and accessible? Are there gaps in the information?
- What are you learning about the practical considerations of managing radiation safety for individuals who are not permanent members of staff? Are there any potential areas for improvement that become apparent?
- How does this review link to your understanding of the legal responsibilities of employers regarding all individuals working with ionising radiation, including outside workers?
- If you are finding it difficult to understand certain aspects of the arrangements or the rationale behind them, are there individuals you could speak to for clarification during your review?
- What support or guidance might you need in the moment if you identify potential weaknesses in the arrangements that could compromise safety?
- Are you ensuring that your review remains focused on the radiation safety aspects of the arrangements for outside workers within the department or modality?
On action
- What procedures are in place for managing outside workers in the department or modality you reviewed?
- How are outside workers informed of local rules, hazards, and emergency procedures?
- What documentation is required for outside workers, and how is this managed?
- How is the responsibility for radiation safety shared between the organisation and the outside employer?
- Were there any specific challenges or areas for improvement identified in the arrangements?
- What are the key regulatory requirements and guidance regarding the safety of outside workers?
- How do the arrangements for outside workers contribute to the overall radiation safety governance within the organisation?
- What are the potential risks associated with outside workers, and how are these mitigated?
- How will this understanding of managing outside workers inform your practice in the future?
- What aspects of the review process were particularly useful or insightful?
- How can you contribute to ensuring that arrangements for outside workers are robust and compliant?
Beyond action
- Have you reflected on the arrangements you reviewed for outside workers? Have there been any changes to these arrangements since?
- Have you had any further interactions with outside workers or been involved in managing their access to radiation areas?
- Has your understanding of the specific regulatory requirements and practical considerations for outside workers developed since this training activity?
- Has this review increased your awareness of the responsibilities of both the employer and outside workers regarding radiation safety?
- Has it influenced how you interact with or consider the safety of individuals who are not permanent members of staff but may be working in radiation areas?
- Has this training activity enhanced your understanding of the practical implementation of cooperation between employers in radiation safety matters?
- Will your understanding of the specific considerations for outside workers be valuable in future situations where you may be responsible for overseeing or coordinating their work?
- How might this knowledge contribute to ensuring compliance with IRR when dealing with external contractors or service engineers?
- Will this experience support your understanding of broader aspects of managing staff radiation protection?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Apply the principles of good governance to radiation safety management. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Formulate advice on compliance with aspects of legislation. |