Competency information

Details

Perform QA and safety of Ultraviolet systems, including eyewear

Considerations

  • Biohazards of Ultraviolet, acute and chronic
  • Types of Ultraviolet cabinets
  • National guidance and legislation
  • National QA guidance
  • Measurements of irradiance with and without patient (or simulator)

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Identify an appropriate monitor that has a suitable sensitivity, range of use and in-date calibration
# 2 Outcome Perform experiments to reduce uncertainty
# 3 Outcome Provide recommendations on non-ionising radiation use based on measured output and published recommendations
# 4 Outcome Interpret the readings of monitors and detectors