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applied science - unit 21 c - physic - distinction level
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Unit 21 Assignment C Name: Chiamaka UdoyeRisks of radiation- Excessive exposure to radiation can harm live tissues and organs depending on the dose absorbed. The severity of the
damaged is dependent on various factor, including;
the type of radiation
the sensitivity of the tissues and organs being affected
the length of time the tissue is being exposed
whether or not radioactive isotopes involved
induvial characteristic characteristics of the effected person (such as age, gender and underlying condition).
The likelihood of experiencing negative health effects is influenced by the radiation dose. The risk of side effects increases with increasing
dose. The risk is significantly reduced if the radiation dose is low or the delivery is prolonged because the body will repair any damaged
cells and molecules.
State 3 legislations that are designed to inform hospitals and medical providers how they must keep patients and staff safe from radiation.
The radiation regulation of 2017 (IRR17) is a legal framework that establish the guideline for ensuring safety of patient and
staff in the hospital and other healthcare facilitates. The legislation compromises of;
Setting a specific douses limit for both patient and worker
Enforcing the appointment of a radiation protection officer that oversees radiation risk.
Enforcing reporting incident related to radiation
Enforcing investigation incident regarding any radiation incident
Enforcing keeping a comprehensive record of any radiation incidents
The ionising radiation (medical exposure) regulation is a legal frame work that is establish to inform healthcare worker and
patient of how they ensure they are kept safe from radiation. the aim of this legislation is to ensure that people are protected
from the harm gotten from being exposed to radiation. The set-out responsibilities to employers, referees, IR partitioner and
operator that basic safety standards are uphold
The radiation protection act is a legal framework that is establish for radiation safety in various sector including health care.
The legislation comprises of licencing and regulation of sources of radiation, and formation of a safety standard and the
enforcement of measures to protect individual from harmful radiation. It encompasses area such as safety training,
monitorization of radiation levels and the enforcement of safety procedure s in healthcare
, Unit 21 Assignment C Name: Chiamaka Udoye
State and explain the role of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in controlling radiation.
The health and safety executive is a regulatory body found in the united kingdom with the aim of promoting hearth and safety in and
around various industries which includes control or radiation. what HSE do in regarding radiation control includes
Setting and enforcing regulation: the HSE establish and set the standard of safety in thing related to radiation. One great examp0le is
that the HSE enforce the 2017 radiation regulation and make sure everything is up to code. The regulation that is being t establish
and enforced will specify the handling, use, safety requirement and disposal of these sources of radiation
licensing and regulation: the HSE is in power of issuing licence and registration for anything involving radiation sources. the licence
involves giving assessment of the competency of the operator, weather they are compliance with the safety standard stet and
periodic inception to whether they adhere to the safety standard
inspection and investigation: the HSE inspect and investigate matter radiation. they will visit the work place and evaluate if training
programs, protection measures maintenance of equipment it up to standard. If there found anything that is not compliant with the
rules and regulation then the HSE has the authority to take action against the guilty party. this may include a notice for immediate
improvement or the prosecution of the entire organisation
Describe different health and safety measures used by hospitals to maximise protection of hospital staff and patients. Include specific
measures for at least 4 different technologies. These do not have to be the four technologies you talked about in 21AB, but they can be.
Xray:
radiation shielding: the room that the x ray is performed is design with led – lined walls, floor and ceiling which can prevent radiation
from leaking out. The shielding help to protect the state and patient that might be in the adjacent room or area close to the x-ray and
can prevent unnecessary radiation
restricted asses and warning signs: the x ray room is only restricted to personnel of authority. There is also clear waring sigh that are
postured around the walls and room to allow Civilians to keep clear of the area. they should also have an interlocking door to prevent
accidental exposure.
Personal protective equipment: radiology technician and staff must weak a lead lined apron, gloves glasses and thyroid collar so that
it can minimize the exposure to radiation.
Gamma knives:
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