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Evidence Guide: PSPRAD009 - Select, commission and maintain radiation measuring instruments

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PSPRAD009 - Select, commission and maintain radiation measuring instruments

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Procure suitable instruments

  1. Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.
  2. Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.
  3. Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.
  4. Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.
  5. Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.
Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.

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Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.

Completed
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Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.

Completed
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Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.

Completed
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Commission new instruments

  1. Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.
  2. Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.
  3. Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.
  4. Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.
  5. Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.
Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.

Completed
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Train instrument operators

  1. Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.
  2. Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.
  3. Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.
  4. Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.
  5. Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.
Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintain instruments fit for purpose

  1. Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.
  2. Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.
  3. Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.
  4. Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.
  5. Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.
  6. Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.
Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Procure suitable instruments

  1. Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.
  2. Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.
  3. Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.
  4. Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.
  5. Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.
Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Commission new instruments

  1. Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.
  2. Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.
  3. Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.
  4. Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.
  5. Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.
Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Train instrument operators

  1. Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.
  2. Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.
  3. Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.
  4. Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.
  5. Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.
Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintain instruments fit for purpose

  1. Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.
  2. Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.
  3. Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.
  4. Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.
  5. Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.
  6. Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.
Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.

Completed
Date:

Teacher:		 Evidence:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Procure suitable instruments

1.1 Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.

1.2 Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.

1.3 Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.

1.4 Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.

1.5 Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.

2. Commission new instruments

2.1 Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.

2.2 Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.

2.3 Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.

2.4 Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.

2.5 Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.

3. Train instrument operators

3.1 Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.

3.2 Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.

3.3 Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.

3.4 Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.

3.5 Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.

4. Maintain instruments fit for purpose

4.1 Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.

4.2 Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.

4.3 Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.

4.4 Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.

4.5 Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.

4.6 Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.

Required Skills and Knowledge

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1. Procure suitable instruments

1.1 Determine types of ionising radiation measuring instruments required by the organisation to monitor hazards associated with current or future radiation-related work activities.

1.2 Research information about specifications and features of instruments that may be suitable and their suppliers.

1.3 Liaise with suppliers and/or conduct tests to compare the stated performance of available instruments against the organisation’s specifications.

1.4 Seek advice and assistance with evaluating instruments if beyond own technical competence.

1.5 Select the most suitable instruments and arrange for their procurement.

2. Commission new instruments

2.1 Use manufacturer’s documentation to develop a thorough understanding of instrument operation, functional test procedures, routine instrument checks and maintenance requirements.

2.2 Ensure that the instrument has been calibrated appropriately for its intended use.

2.3 Conduct component checks and test measurements to confirm instrument performance for intended use.

2.4 Enter required information about the new instrument into the organisation’s information management system.

2.5 Develop and document clear procedures for operating, caring for and maintaining the instrument.

3. Train instrument operators

3.1 Identify the skills and knowledge required to operate the instrument safely and reliably in the workplace and interpret the radiation quantities measured.

3.2 Develop appropriate training program for instrument operators using established adult learning principles.

3.3 Ensure that each operator can use the instrument competently for the required measurement applications.

3.4 Record training outcomes in accordance with regulator requirements and organisational procedures.

3.5 Audit operators’ use of instruments at regular intervals to ensure their ongoing competence.

4. Maintain instruments fit for purpose

4.1 Conduct regular instrument checks and minor maintenance in accordance with organisation’s radiation management plan.

4.2 Check instrument calibration using specified standards and procedures, and record relevant information.

4.3 Troubleshoot basic faults and determine whether local repair or maintenance is technically possible and economical.

4.4 Arrange for repair or servicing from an accredited agent or other appropriate personnel.

4.5 Check instrument’s performance after repair or service before approving it for use.

4.6 Maintain required records that are complete, accurate, legible and secure.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.

Recognising types of measuring instruments and the advantages and limitations of their use, including at least one of:

air proportional

gas proportional

gas ionisation

Geiger-Muller (GM)

compensated GM

scintillation

neutron monitors

solid state

personal dosimeters (badge and electronic)

locating, interpreting and comparing information about measuring instruments used by organisation

selecting suitable instruments by analysing factors, including at least one of:

intended use (fixed/portable, laboratory/field)

range of radiation types

intensities and energies

accuracy

sensitivity

response time

robustness

serviceability

limitations

conducting pre-use and calibration checks, troubleshooting common faults, conducting basic repairs of and maintaining radiation measuring instruments

safely operating radiation measuring instruments to obtain reliable data

processing and analysing radiation measurement data and applying established corrections

interpreting manuals and writing operating instructions for radiation measuring instruments

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

ionising radiation, radioactivity, radioactive material, activity, dose, contamination, contamination controls, shielding, half-life, and radionuclide

operating voltage, accuracy, response time, sensitivity, detection limit, linearity, source-detector geometry and distance corrections, compensation

types, energies and properties of ionising radiation, sources and shielding methods

radiation quantities, including exposure, dose, tissue weighting factor, effective dose, dose rate, radiation weighting factor, dose equivalent, and dose limits

international system (SI) of units for radiation quantities, multiples and sub-multiples

techniques for conducting measurements and monitoring surveys

characteristics, capabilities, limitations, function of key components and operating principles of radiation measuring instruments

role and importance of regular calibration and pre-use checks and maintenance

common instrument faults, troubleshooting, and recommended remedial actions and repairs

common instrument operator errors

techniques for assessing radiation hazards likely to be encountered in job role

guidelines and safety procedures for working with radiation sources, based on principles of:

reducing exposure time

maintaining greatest distance

using as much shielding as possible

health, safety and workplace emergency response procedures relevant to job role