Competency information

Details

Undertake and document calibration checks of all necessary audiovestibular equipment and preparation of facilities for the consultation

Considerations

  • Range of equipment used, correct use, limitations and principles of measurement
  • Recognition of the errors or potential risks of using defective equipment in clinical practice and the implications of use
  • Identification of common faults and remedial action
  • Importance of documentation of calibration
  • Ensure all equipment conforms to departmental and/or trust health and safety policies
  • Principles and standards of calibration of all audiovestibular equipment

Relevant learning outcomes

# Outcome
# 1 Outcome Perform daily calibration and checks of the equipment and environment following local procedures, to ensure patient safety and quality of facilities