What testing should X-ray equipment have? Testing of x-ray equipment safety features and protection of staff and public is a requirement of the Ionising Radiations Regulations, while testing of the equipment for medical exposures is required by the Ionising Radiation...
X-ray radiation protection – what do you need to do when opening a new / squat practice? There are a number of steps regarding radiation protection and HSE/CQC compliance you need to consider when starting up a new practice. They are -Appoint an RPA/MPE -Send...
Are personal radiation dosimetry (monitoring) badges required in dental practices? Personal dosimetry (wearing of radiation monitoring badges) used to be more prevalent in dentistry – so what has happened?To begin, the inherent safety features of dental x-ray...
Dental CBCT Radiation Shielding – What is Required? Dental cone beam CT (CBCT) scanners are now becoming much more prevalent. Working procedures, precautions and construction techniques which are well established for dental radiography will in many circumstances...
Changes to HSE registration and consent process for work with radiation HSE has announced changes to the processes associated with work with radiation. From 1st October 2023: Registration: employers registering work with radiation with HSE will need to submit more...
Radiation Protection File updates – how often? This is a frequently asked question! Guidance recommends that dental x-ray equipment QA tests are carried out at least every three years and, once carried out, these should be reviewed by your RPA / MPE. In...
