Competency: 14

Details

Perform routine quality assurance measurements on a radionuclide calibrator.

Considerations

• Methods for both radiation and microbial contamination monitoring.
• The type, nature and implications of possible contaminants.
• Procedures relating to operational capacity and contingency planning.
• Control measures applicable to prevention and removal of all types of contamination.
• How the mo-99/TC generator is used in radiopharmacy.
• The range of standard environmental monitoring tests and their purpose.
• The importance of physical environmental monitoring and the required testing frequency.
• Expected performance, limitations and calibration of equipment, including dose calibrators and isolators, and range of tests to be undertaken.
• Requirements for storage, handling and disposal of radioactive medicinal products.
• Aseptic techniques and their application.
• Radiation protection guidelines and their application, including local rules.
• Administration of Radioactive Substances Advisory Committee (ARSAC) Diagnostic Reference Levels..
• Use of appropriate diluents, limitations and consequences of over- dilution and use of unsuitable containers.
• The range of equipment and facilities, purpose and correct use.
• Corrective action to be taken in the event of spillage, breakage or contamination.
• Your own level of responsibility relating to each part of this standard.
• Methods for identifying high-risk procedures and obtaining suitable approval.
• Sampling and pipetting techniques.

Relevant learning outcomes