GQA
Level 3
QN: 500/6207/4
Curriculum Active
GQA PAA\VQ-SET Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Radiation Protection
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by GQA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 480 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
GQA
Syllabus Units
30 Units
Guided Hours
480 hrs
Instant access to interactive lessons, quizzes, and spaced revision.
Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Assess Colleagues Against Radiation Protection Requirements within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify assessment opportunities and obtain relevant information
- Be able to assess colleagues objectively
- Be able to identify factors affecting performance of colleagues
- Be able to provide constructive feedback and motivation
- Be able to undertake follow on actions based on the results of the assessment
- Be able to follow procedures for assessing colleagues against radiation protection requirements
2
Assign Radiation-Related Work Activities to Colleagues Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on the work activities that are required
- Be able to select appropriate colleagues to undertake the work activities
- Be able to provide information to colleagues on what is required
- Be able to provide feedback to colleagues and recognise their achievements
- Be able to follow procedures for assigning radiation-related work activities to colleagues
3
Authorise Colleagues to Undertake Radiation-Related Activities within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on the colleagues and work activities that are being undertaken
- Be able to review all relevant information relating to the activities, hazards and risks
- Be able to specify the activities and methods that can be used
- Be able to authorise colleagues to undertake the activities
- Be able to review the achievement of activities
- Be able to follow procedures for authorising colleagues to undertake radiation-related activities
4
Deliver Radiation Protection Training Programmes Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to prepare to deliver radiation protection training programmes
- Be able to deliver radiation protection training programmes
- Be able to carry out post-training analysis
- Be able to follow procedures for delivering radiation protection training programmes
5
Designate Work Areas to be Controlled Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information and evidence on radiation hazards and risks in specific work areas
- Be able to determine which areas need to be controlled, and how this should occur
- Be able to determine the rules and procedures for entry to and activities within the controlled area
- Be able to identify hazards and use the correct protection system
- Be able to monitor compliance with the controls
- Be able to de-designate areas when there is no further need for the controls
6
How to Assess Colleagues Against Radiation Protection Requirements within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the methods for assessing colleagues against radiation protection requirements
- Know how to assess colleagues objectively
- Know the factors that will affect the results of the assessments
7
How to Assign Radiation-Related Work Activities to Colleagues within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify radiation hazards involved in the work activities
- Know the procedures that need to be followed when assigning radiation-related work activities to colleagues
8
How to Authorise Colleagues to Undertake Radiation-Related Activities within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain information on activities to be undertaken
- Know how to authorise colleagues to undertake radiation-related activities within ionising radiation environments
- Know how to specify the activities and methods that can be used
- Know how to follow procedures for authorising colleagues to undertake radiation-related activities
9
How to Deliver Radiation Protection Training Programmes within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the appropriate training methods for the particular organisation
- Know how to deliver radiation protection training
- Know how to source information to inform delivery of training
10
How to Designate Work Areas to be Controlled Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain information and evidence on radiation hazards and risks in specific work areas
- Know how to determine which areas need to be controlled
- Know how to determine rules and procedures for entry to and activities within the controlled area
- Know how to clearly identify the areas and inform all relevant people of them
- Know how to monitor compliance with the controls
11
How to Identify and Quantify Radiation Hazards in the Workplace Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify potential radiation hazards
- Know how to measure radiation hazards
- Know how to obtain information on the hazards
- Know how to quantify the hazards, and identify those that cannot be measured
12
How to Implement Radiation Protection Policy within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to establish an implementation plan
- Know how to promote the radiation protection policy
- Know how to disseminate information on the radiation protection policy
- Know how to review the effectiveness of the implementation plan and improve the radiation protection policy
13
How to Implement Radiation Protection Systems Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to obtain information on the radiation protection system and its maintenance
- Know how to disseminate information on the radiation protection system
- Know how to ensure the equipment and procedures are tested
- Know how to identify any problems and confirm that the system works correctly
14
How to Inspect the Operation of Radiation Protection Systems Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to confirm the scope of the inspection
- Know how to plan the inspection
- Know how to obtain information on the radiation protection system
- Know how to assess the system, provide results and recommend improvements
15
How to Manage Information on Radiation Protection within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to specify the information that needs to be managed
- Know how to obtain and collate the information
- Know the procedures that need to be followed when managing information
16
How to Monitor Radiation Doses During Radiation-Related Work Activities within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify the potential radiation doses
- Know the procedures that need to be considered when monitoring radiation doses during radiation-related work activities
- Know the types of equipment used when monitoring radiation doses
- Know the statutory requirements, regulations and standards regarding monitoring radiation doses
17
How to Monitor Radiation Hazards Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify any potential radiation hazards and their effects
- Know the radiation protection systems within the organisation
- Know how to identify and respond to any uncontrolled hazards
- Know the statutory requirements, regulations, and standards regarding radiation protection
18
How to Respond to Radiation Incidents Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how potential radiation incidents could develop
- Know the procedures for responding to radiation incidents
- Know the organisation’s radiation protection systems
- Know the statutory requirements, regulations, and standards regarding radiation
19
How to Specify Dosimetry for Radiation-Related Work Activities Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to identify radiation risks
- Know how to assess acceptable levels of exposure
- Know how to specify limits to exposure based on relevant standards
- Know how to obtain and present information
20
How to Supervise Radiation-Related Work Activities Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know the types of potential radiation hazards that could occur
- Know the procedures that need to be considered when supervising radiation-related work activities
- Know the types of equipment used when monitoring radiation hazards
- Know the statutory requirements, regulations and standards regarding radiation protection
21
Identify and Quantify Radiation Hazards in the Workplace within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify potential radiation hazards
- Be able to obtain information on the hazards and measure them
- Be able to quantify the hazards
- identify those that cannot be measured then take appropriate action
22
Implement Radiation Protection Policy Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to establish an implementation plan
- Be able to promote the radiation protection policy
- Be able to disseminate information on the radiation protection policy
- Be able to review the effectiveness of the implementation plan
- Be able to improve the radiation protection policy
23
Implement Radiation Protection Systems Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on the radiation protection system and its maintenance
- Be able to disseminate information on the system
- Be able to ensure the equipment and procedures are tested
- Be able to identify any problems and confirm that the system works correctly
24
Inspect the Operation of Radiation Protection Systems Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to confirm the scope of the inspection
- Be able to plan the inspection
- Be able to obtain information on the radiation protection system
- Be able to assess the system
- Be able to provide results and recommend improvements
25
Manage Information on Radiation Protection Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to specify the information that needs to be recorded
- Be able to obtain and check the information
- Be able to maintain, secure and retrieve information according to specified procedures
- Be able to follow procedures for managing information on radiation protection
26
Monitor Radiation Doses During Radiation-Related Work Activities Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on radiation-related work activities
- Be able to identify the potential exposure level
- Be able to monitor the radiation doses received by workers
- Be able to compare doses received to the expected levels
- Be able to update dosimetry information
- Be able to follow procedures for monitoring radiation doses during radiation-related work activities
27
Monitor Radiation Hazards Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on the activities being undertaken
- Be able to identify any potential radiation hazards and their effects
- Be able to apply radiation protection systems
- Be able to identify any uncontrolled hazards and respond accordingly
- Be able to identify potential improvements to identification and monitoring of radiation hazards
28
Respond to Radiation Incidents Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on potential radiation incidents
- Be able to identify actual incidents
- Be able to follow procedures for responding to radiation incidents
- Be able to apply the organisation’s radiation protection systems
- Be able to identify problems with the response and suggest improvements
29
Specify Dosimetry for Radiation-Related Work Activities within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on radiation-related work activities
- Be able to identify radiation risks and the radioactive materials that people are exposed to
- Be able to use appropriate methods to work out the acceptable levels of exposure based on individuals’ dose history
- Be able to specify limits to exposure, Be able update dosimetry information
30
Supervise Radiation-Related Work Activities Within Ionising Radiation Environments
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to obtain information on radiation-related work activities
- Be able to identify radiation hazards
- Be able to make preparations in order to supervise radiation-related work activities
- Be able to supervise radiation-related work activities
- Be able to follow procedures for supervising radiation-related work activities
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 500/6207/4
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- GQA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- May 2009