Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

HLTTEC302D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Use X-Ray support equipment

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTTEC302D - Use X-Ray support equipment
Description This unit describes the competencies required to use and maintain support equipment necessary for performing diagnostic radiography
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application Work will usually be performed within a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and proceduresNote: This unit of competency applies in Queensland only to health sector employees who do not have formal qualifications in diagnostic radiography and who are seeking, or have obtained, a licence under the Radiation Safety Act as approved by the Chief Executive, Queensland HealthThe licence applies to rural and remote areas as determined by the Chief Executive, Queensland Health, and is limited to the use of radiation apparatus for plain film radiography of the chest and extremitiesThis unit of competency does not apply to dental radiography
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Use X-ray support equipment
  • Use support equipment safely and correctly in accordance with organisation requirements, WHS and radiation safety guidelines
  • Position support equipment correctly
  • Clean support equipment regularly, and sterilise if required, in accordance with organisation requirements including infection control guidelines
  • Store support equipment in accordance with organisation requirements
       
Element: Use film identification devices
  • Ensure all radiographs (X-ray films) are marked and identified in accordance with legislative requirements
       
Element: Use client positioning and protection devices correctly
  • Use client positioning and protection devices in accordance with best practice principles as identified in the X-ray operator training course
  • Clean and disinfect client positioning and protection devices regularly
       
Element: Use grids and buckys
  • Use grids and buckys in accordance with the organisation requirements, WHS and radiation safety guidelines
  • Store grids and buckys in accordance with organisation requirements and manufacturer specifications
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

This unit is most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace setting under the normal range of workplace conditions

Assessment may be conducted on one occasion but should include a range of clients, reflecting the diverse nature of those for whom service is provided in the workplace context

A diversity of assessment tasks is also essential for holistic assessment

Context of and specific resources for assessment:

Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible

Resources essential for assessment include:

Radiation Safety Act 1999

Radiation safety and protection plan

X-ray machine operating manuals

Work health and safety (WHS) guidelines

Procedures manuals

Access to relevant workplace or appropriately simulated environment where assessment can take place

Method of assessment may include:

Written examination to assess theoretical and applied knowledge

On-the-job or role play assessment of prescribed radiographic skills, in particular correct and appropriate use of the X-ray machine

Observation of work activities

Authenticated transcripts of relevant education / training courses

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Related units:

This unit can be assessed independently

However holistic assessment practice with other X-ray operation units of competency is encouraged

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

Essential knowledge:

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes knowledge of:

A basic understanding of 'Recommendations for limiting exposure to ionising radiation (1995)'

National standard for limiting occupational exposure to ionising radiation

NHMRC and NWHSC publication

Positioning techniques

Radiographic radiation safety

Working knowledge of an X-ray bucky (construction, components, function)

Working knowledge of an X-ray cassettes and screens (construction, components, function, positioning)

Working knowledge of an X-ray grid (construction, components, function)

Working knowledge of the cassette stand (construction, components, function,)

Working knowledge of the various characteristics of X-ray support equipment for producing accurate diagnostic radiographs and minimising radiation dose ie client positioning, client restraints, radiation protection of clients/assistants/operators, film labelling/identification

Working knowledge of the X-ray table (construction, components, function)

Working knowledge of X-ray film (construction, function, appropriateness for test )

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role

This includes the ability to:

Apply problem solving skills to use available resources, prioritise workload and to communicate effectively in the range of client contact situations

Apply the safe use of radiation in accordance with legislative requirements

Correctly clean and store X-ray support equipment in accordance with legislative and organisation requirements

Correctly use X-ray support equipment in accordance with legislative and organisation requirements

Manual skills to correctly use X-ray support equipment

Position the client appropriately and use the correct operational parameters

Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues, including appropriate practices to ensure efficient use of resources

Use numeracy skills ranging from the ability to complete basic arithmetic calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division to recording data

Use oral communication skills as required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation, including skills in:

asking questions

providing clear information

listening to and understanding workplace instructions

clarifying workplace instructions when necessary

literacy in English or a community language, depending on client group and organisation requirements

Use reading and writing skills as required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by organisation at a level of skill that may range from the ability to understand symbols used in WHS signs, to reading workplace safety pamphlets and procedure manuals, keeping maintenance records and following manufacturer specifications for equipment use and maintenance

Use literacy support available in the workplace that may range from having access to support or assistance from radiographer, to having no communication supports available

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.

X-ray support equipment may include:

X-ray table

Cassette stand

X-ray cassettes and X-ray film

Upright and horizontal buckys

Stationary grids

Film labeller

Side markers

Immobilisation devices (foam pads/wedges, sandbags)

Radiation protection devices (lead rubber gowns, aprons, thyroid protectors, gloves and shields)

Manufacturers' specifications, organisation requirements and radiation safety guidelines may include:

X-ray processor operators manual

X-ray operator's license (for use of irradiating apparatus for diagnosis)

Radiation Safety Act 1999

Possession by the licensee of a radiation safety and protection plan.

WHS guidelines

Procedures manuals

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Use support equipment safely and correctly in accordance with organisation requirements, WHS and radiation safety guidelines 
Position support equipment correctly 
Clean support equipment regularly, and sterilise if required, in accordance with organisation requirements including infection control guidelines 
Store support equipment in accordance with organisation requirements 
Ensure all radiographs (X-ray films) are marked and identified in accordance with legislative requirements 
Use client positioning and protection devices in accordance with best practice principles as identified in the X-ray operator training course 
Clean and disinfect client positioning and protection devices regularly 
Use grids and buckys in accordance with the organisation requirements, WHS and radiation safety guidelines 
Store grids and buckys in accordance with organisation requirements and manufacturer specifications 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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