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BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Newcastle Hospitals Clinical Skills Academy - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Newcastle Hospitals Clinical Skills Academy X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://staging.skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.mixd.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Newcastle Hospitals Clinical Skills Academy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250331T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250331T170000 DTSTAMP:20240605T091918Z CREATED:20231018T074538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T091918Z UID:2470-1743426000-1743440400@staging.skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.mixd.co.uk SUMMARY:Laser Protection Supervisor (LPS) Training DESCRIPTION:Our Laser Protection Supervisor (LPS) Training encompasses the fundamental principles of laser safety. We combine self-paced learning materials with practical scenario-based teaching. This course aims to provide you with the appropriate knowledge and confidence to fulfil your duties as an LPS in your workplace. \nUnder the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999\, employers conducting work with potentially hazardous sources of artificial optical radiation have a duty to provide appropriate training for their employees. \nThese regulations also require employers to appoint one or more suitably qualified persons to oversee safety matters regarding those sources. \nThis role is often termed as the Laser Protection Supervisor (LPS)\, and they oversee compliance with the laser safety measures set out in the employer’s Local Rules. \nThe course is primarily focussed on the LPS role in healthcare but is also beneficial for those working in the veterinary and university sectors. \nThis course is suitable for those new to the LPS role and for existing LPSs who require refresher training. \nLearning outcomes\nThe purpose of our training course is to ensure that the attendee has a sound understanding of: \n\nthe nature of optical radiation and its effects on the human body\,\nthe legislation governing its use\,\nthe basic principles of laser safety control measures\,\nthe role of the Laser Protection Supervisor.\n\nAttendees will benefit from discussions and tools that will enable them to evaluation of laser radiation risks and the effectiveness of the existing controls in their workplace. \nAttendees will also be updated with practical solutions for conducting laser safety reviews and briefed on the expectations of inspectors in relation to laser safety and compliance with the associated regulations. \nCourse lead\nThe lead for the course is Ian Birch\, Head of Radiation Safety at the Northern Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering Department supported by an experienced team of laser safety professionals and RPA2000 accredited Laser Protection Advisers. \nCourse delivery\nThis course has been designed by accredited Laser Protection Advisers to meet the guidance on the Levels of competence included in the British Standards Institute’s Technical Report: Safety of laser products – Part 14: A user’s guide. \nTo optimise learning\, training is delivered in hybrid format over two sessions: \nPart 1 \nThe attendee has access to pre-recorded material concerning the theory and underpinning knowledge to support the Laser Protection Supervisor role. \nLearners can view the learning material at their own pace\, around their own schedule. \nFollowing the successful completion of a subsequent online assessment\, the delegate is able to book a place for Part 2. \nPart 2 \nLive\, online teaching in a small group (of typically 4-6 participants)\, delivered in a half-day session. \nThe aim of this session is the build on the knowledge gained within Part 1 with a focus on in application to typical LPS duties in the workplace. \nThe total study time for this course is approximately 7.5 hours. \nOnce you have a confirmed booking\, you will receive notification of your user account to gain access to our virtual learning environment\, known as the Learning Lab. This account will allow you access to the pre-recorded material and online assessment for Part 1. Once you have successfully completed Part 1 you will be able to book yourself onto your preferred meeting for Part 2 via the Learning Lab. Full details will be provided upon confirmation of your booking. \nFinancial Information \nThe following organisations pay for a number of LPS training places through formal agreements that are in place. This means their employees can attend training without having to arrange payment (subject to fair use limits): \nNHS Foundation Trusts \n\nSouth Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust\nCounty Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust\nNorth Tees & Hartlepool Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust\nNorth Cumbria Integrated Care\nSouth Tees NHS Foundation Trust\nNorthumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust\nGateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust \n\nOther organisations \n\nMoorview Referrals\n\nIf you are employed by one of these organisations please use the coupon code LPS\, your eligibility to use this code will be verified before your booking is confirmed. \nIf you are employed by Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust\, please use the coupon code NUTH to make a provisional booking. \nIf you are not employed by one of these organisations the charge for training is £275. You will be able to make an online payment or request an invoice by using the coupon code Invoice. \nPlease see Coupons for further information relating to coupon codes and how to use them at checkout. URL:https://staging.skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.mixd.co.uk/course/laser-protection-supervisor-lps-training/ LOCATION:Virtual delivery via MS Teams CATEGORIES:Laser Protection Supervisor (LPS) Training ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://staging.skillsacademy.newcastle-hospitals.mixd.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/LPS-Image-e1697619831420.png ORGANIZER;CN="Newcastle Clinical Skills Academy":MAILTO:nuth.ncsa@nhs.net END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR