Training activity information
Details
Assist in troubleshooting issues with treatment equipment and plan a strategy to resolve the issue
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
- Identifying issues with treatment machines and diagnosing cause (e.g. breakdowns, out of tolerance results)
- Communicating timeframes, necessary actions and restrictions of use with the multidisciplinary team.
- QC and recording of results
- Impact on the patient
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. |
| # 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. |