Training activity information
Details
Participate in an external dosimetry audit, perform measurements and contribute to the report
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
- Apply codes of practice applicable to audit
- Interpret results
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
- What is an external dosimetry audit? What is its purpose and who conducts it?
- What types of measurements are typically performed during an audit?
- What standards or protocols are used for the audit measurements?
- What information is usually included in the audit report?
In action
- While performing the measurements, are you following the audit protocol precisely?
- Are you comparing your measurements with the reference values and noting any deviations?
- As you contribute to the report, are you ensuring that your findings are clearly and accurately documented?
On action
- What measurements did you perform as part of the external dosimetry audit? How did your results compare to the expected values or those of other participants?
- What did you learn about the process of external dosimetry audits and their role in ensuring accuracy and consistency across different centres? How did you contribute to the audit report?
- How will this participation enhance your understanding of national standards and interdepartmental quality assurance?
- What further involvement in audits would you find beneficial?
Beyond action
- Since participating in the audit, have you gained a better understanding of the national standards and the level of consistency expected across different radiotherapy centres?
- How has this experience influenced your approach to your own dosimetry measurements and QA procedures?
- How has your experience with external audits contributed to your involvement in maintaining high standards of practice and participating in subsequent audits?
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 |
Outcome
Perform required measurements to establish a treatment machine is suitable for clinical use; interpret results and instigate corrective action where required. |
| # 3 |
Outcome
Apply appropriate guidance, regulations and codes of practice to ensure patient safety in all elements of practice. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Perform audits in a variety of contexts and interpret their findings, disseminating information to others as appropriate. |