Elements and Performance Criteria
- Procure suitable instruments
- Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.
- Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.
- Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.
- Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.
- Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.
- Commission new instruments
- Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.
- Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.
- Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.
- Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.
- Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.
- Train instrument operators
- Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.
- Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.
- Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.
- Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.
- Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.
- Maintain instruments fit for purpose
- Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.
- Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.
- Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.
- Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.
- Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.
- Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.
- Procure suitable instruments
- Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.
- Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.
- Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.
- Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.
- Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.
- Commission new instruments
- Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.
- Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.
- Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.
- Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.
- Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.
- Train instrument operators
- Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.
- Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.
- Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.
- Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.
- Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.
- Maintain instruments fit for purpose
- Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.
- Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.
- Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.
- Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.
- Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.
- Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.