Training activity information
Details
Review departmental risk assessment for the safe handling of radioactive sources 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
- For example: I-125 seed source loading and QA or Sr-90 chamber checks and HDR source
- Legislation
- Radiation protection of staff, public and patients
- Emergency and security procedures
- National and international guidelines
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 4 |
Outcome
Interpret and apply the regulatory framework on the safe use of radioactive sources in a clinical environment. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Practice effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, patient centred radiotherapy treatments. |