Safe Use of X-Ray Equipment

Course Objective

Develop sufficient radiation protection knowledge and skills to recognise:

• the need for an operational and management framework for the safety and security of radiation apparatus
• their radiation safety responsibilities when working in a controlled or supervised area with radiation apparatus

Audience

Personnel that have operational or management responsibilities for radiation apparatus as part of their work including at:

• facilities that utilise x-rays for analytical, quality control or validation purposes
• research facilities, such as laboratory technicians, visiting researchers, post docs or academics
• medical imaging facilities, such as hospitals, dentists or vets
• security check-points or customs inspection sites

Course Content

• Radiation in the Environment
• Scientific Background
• Biological Effects of Radiation
• Radiation Protection Principles
• External Radiation Hazards
• Instrumentation, Personal Dosimeters & Monitoring
• Legislation, Codes of Practice & Responsibilities
• Working with X-Ray Equipment
• Transport, Storage & Waste Management
• Practical: Inspection of X-Ray Equipment
• Risk Assessments
• Incident Preparedness and Response