Assessor Resource
HLTDA304D
Assist with dental radiography
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit applies to dental assistants who process and assist with the production of dental radiographs for diagnostic and quality assurance purposes
It is a pre-requisite for the units:
HLTDA410D Apply the principles of radiation biology and protection in dental practice
HLTDA411D Prepare to expose a prescribed dental radiographic image
HLTDA412D Produce a dental radiographic image
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required for a dental assistant to assist the operator by preparing clients, equipment and materials for dental radiography, to protect themselves, the client, other members of the dental team and the public from the hazards associated with ionising radiation and to process and mount dental radiographs to diagnostic and quality assurance standards
All procedures are carried out in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures, current infection control guidelines, Australian and New Zealand Standards, state/territory legislative requirements and organisation policy
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