X-ray Analysis (Use)

Overview
This course is aimed at personnel who are supervising the use of X-ray Analysis (XRA) equipment on behalf of their organisation.

It does not permit the repair or maintenance of equipment or allow personnel to perform alignment procedures where safety interlocks are to be defeated.

This course provides course participants with the skill and knowledge requirements for the radiation management of XRA equipment, including aspects such as auditing and compliance, radiation monitoring, legislative compliance, and incident response.

About this Course
It is a requirement under the Radiation Safety Act 1975 that the use of X-ray Analysis apparatus is performed under the supervision of a competent and licensed person. This course is aligned with the NHMRC (ARPANSA) Code of Practice for the Safe Use of X-ray Analysis Equipment.

Course Details
Location: West Leederville, WA
Duration: Half Day
Times: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm (approx.)
Cost: $550 + GST

Course Structure
• An Introduction to Radiation
• Radiation in Perspective
• Radiation Dose, Measurement & Protection Principles
• Regulatory Considerations
• X-ray Analysis Introduction & Equipment
• Safety Aspects of XRA
• Procedures: Radiation Management Systems; Security; Emergency Response
• Assessment

Assessment
There are multiple practical exercises and activities throughout the course and theoretical understanding is assessed against Radiological Council requirements.

Certification
A Statement of Attainment is issued upon successful completion of this course.

This course is recognised as a pre-requisite for licensing in all Australian States & Territories.