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ARPANSA guidance document and new AS/NZS Lasers in health care standard both imminent
Dr John John Javorniczky from ARPANSA updated us at the National Cosmetic Medicine Summit in early March saying that an expert group is currently drafting a guidance document to provide formal direction on the qualifications, training and experience recommended when using laser/IPL in cosmetic practice. This document will also set the benchmark for equipment and maintenance, client care, laser and IPL safety and injury reporting.
In other news, the AS/NZS 4173:2004 Standard Guide to the safe use of lasers in health care is undergoing a long overdue revision and a new document is expected to be released later in the year. This will be applicable to anyone who uses lasers regardless of context of practice. Upgrade your education now.
Are guidance documents, standards and frameworks enforceable?
They set the benchmark for safe workplaces. Be warned that if you are ever in a court of law one of the first questions you may be asked by the prosecution is whether you were adhering to industry best practice guidelines and if not, why not? It doesn't matter if they are developed and circulated by an organisation that you feel you don't belong to, they can still be used as evidence of industry best practice and you could be compared against it. Do you have your education sorted?
NEW: ACN Cosmetic Nursing Community of Interest
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) has established a network for this rapidly evolving area of nursing, which involves unique educational preparation, a complex set of nursing skills, comprehensive knowledge about laser/IPL and other energy based devices, cosmeceuticals and injectables.
One of the purposes of this group is to share information and they welcome input as to any new initiatives that may benefit the group. They are committed to developing a strong framework for clinical practice to support nurses in their work, and will be prioritising this at their next COI meeting at 11am Monday 27th March (Teleconference number is 1800 200 232 and guest pin code is 925715#). If you'd like more information contact Kate Lehmensich membership@acn.edu.org
BASIC laser safety training course (surgical & operating suite)
Description
Do this course if you work in an operating suite or other clinical environment that uses lasers (urology, ENT, gynae, ophthalmology, neurology) and you need to have a basic understanding of the operation and hazards of lasers. If you have more responsibility with regard to lasers such as operating/adjusting settings on the machinery, auditing or clinical governance (i.e. surgeon, laser nurse, Laser Safety Officer) then the Laser Safety Officer's Course my be what you are looking for.
Mode of delivery: Online
Online course covers:
1. Light physics and the operation of lasers
2. Interaction of laser radiation with tissue
3. Hazards of surgical lasers
4. Laser safety and the role of the laser operator/nurse.
How long does it take?
Four hours at your own pace, in your own time and you can take as long as you like to do it. Assessment is a one hour, online, open book exam.
LASER SAFETY OFFICER training course (surgical and operating suite)
Description
Do this course if you work in an operating suite or other clinical environment that uses lasers (Gynaecology, Urology, Otorhinolaryngology, Plastic surgery/ Dermatology/Cosmetic, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology) and you need to have a comprehensive understanding of the operation and hazards of lasers. (i.e. surgeon, physician, laser nurse, Laser Safety Officer, other personnel working in the Nominal Ocular Hazard Zone).
Accreditation: The only surgical laser course accredited by the Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN). Also endorsed by the Australian College of Nursing. Can be used as the laser safety education evidence for license application to Qld Radiation Health, Government of Western Australia Radiological Council and the Tasmanian Government Radiation Protection Unit.
Mode of delivery: Online
Online course covers:
- Physics and the operation of lasers
- Interaction of laser radiation with tissue
- Hazards of surgical lasers
- Laser safety
- The role of the laser operator/nurse
- Role and responsibilities of the Laser Safety Officer
- Administrative controls, audits and checking credentials
- Laser classification and hazard area assessment
- Australian Standards requirements
- Relevant ACORN standards
- Accident response
- Lasers in surgical practice/operating theatre (Gynaecology, Urology, Otorhinolaryngology, Plastic surgery/Dermatology/Cosmetic, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology).
How long does it take?
Eight to ten hours at your own pace, in your own time and you can take as long as you like to do it.
Cosmetex September 2017
Proudly hosted by the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery, Cosmetex 2017 will take place at the Hilton, in Sydney from Thursday 14 – Saturday 16 September 2017.
Cosmetex provides an essential forum for industry professionals to:
- listen to a range of high profile national and international speakers
- attend workshops and live procedure demonstrations
- exchange information and learn about the latest industry developments
- compare notes and network with like-minded professionals
Operating Theatre Management Conference July 2017
Australia’s premier event in operating room management & perioperative professionals. Now in its 9th year, this event offers the latest programs and practices being implemented across public and private hospitals in Australia. National experts will share key strategies and methods, to enhance knowledge and improve skills for Theatre Management personnel.
This two day conference is dedicated specifically for operating room management and perioperative professionals, for example; Operating Room/Perioperative Managers, Operating Room Nurse Unit Managers and Directors of Surgical Services, Perioperative Services Manager.
BRAVURA (brəˈv(j)ʊərə) brilliant, magnificent, outstanding,
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Our vision is to raise the standards of health care by providing exceptional education for lasers/IPL and other energy based devices. At Bravura Education we believe in excellence in clinical practice, optimising results and reducing adverse outcomes. We believe in being a major contributor to quality and standards by playing an active part in determining the future direction of lasers and light-based therapies in health care settings and regularly respond to calls for advice from industry, media and government.
Our mission is for everyone in Australia and New Zealand who uses or is in contact with lasers/IPL or other energy based devices to hold a Laser safety certificate as a minimum qualification. Are you with us?
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