Training activity information
Details
Assist in the commissioning or re-validation of treatment equipment or techniques
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
- Risk assessment
- Collection and analysis of data for new equipment or technique
- Re-validation of existing beam data and critical analysis of agreement
- Commissioning of a new treatment technique
- Commissioning of a new or upgraded treatment planning system
- Critical exam
- Impact on the outcomes, safety and experience of patients
- Patient and public involvement in commissioning plans
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 |
Outcome
Perform required measurements to establish whether a treatment machine is suitable for clinical use and apply corrective actions where required. |
| # 4 |
Outcome
Critically appraise the application of radiotherapy treatments and techniques and make recommendations considering safety, efficacy, outcomes and the suitability and impact on the patient. |
| # 5 |
Outcome
Evaluate the application of novel and evolving techniques and treatments in radiotherapy. |
| # 6 |
Outcome
Plan for adoption and validation of new techniques and equipment in radiotherapy. |
| # 7 |
Outcome
Assess the quality of practice and make recommendations for improvements. |
| # 8 |
Outcome
Practice effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, patient centred radiotherapy treatments. |