Training activity information

Details

Take accurate measurements to characterise and calibrate a megavoltage photon beam

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

  • Depth doses
  • Profiles
  • Choice of detectors
  • Codes of practice
  • Definitive dose calibration
  • Baseline measurements for quality assurance

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome

Perform required measurements to characterise treatment beams.

# 3 Outcome

Apply appropriate guidance, regulations and codes of practice to ensure patient safety in all elements of practice.