We do all the work. So you don't have to.
No postal packs where you have to carry out the tests.
We use the latest electronic radiation testing equipment. Instant results so we can offer immediate advice.
No confusing and long winded forms to fill out.
No online surveys or questionnaires to complete.
We complete all of the paperwork. Test reports, certificates and RPA reports are sent via email.
No searching for lost reports and certificates.
All reports are digitally stored by us if you ever need copies.
No postal packs where you have to carry out the tests.
We use the latest electronic radiation testing equipment. Instant results so we can offer immediate advice.
No confusing and long winded forms to fill out.
No online surveys or questionnaires to complete.
We complete all of the paperwork. Test reports, certificates and RPA reports are sent via email.
No searching for lost reports and certificates.
All reports are digitally stored by us if you ever need copies.
20 years specialising in dental x ray systems and the latest testing and calibration equipment.
Radiation Inspection PricingIntra oral x ray set £ 95
Hand Held x ray set. £125 Digital OPT/OPG £145 Digital OPT with Ceph £195 Cone Beam CT £595 All prices exclude VAT @ 20% |
Some of our major competitors pricing...
DBG (Dental Directory) Public Health England (formerly HPA)£158 members /£181 non-members. £126 (Test pack you complete)
£158 members /£181 non-members. £126 (Test pack you complete) £158 members /£181 non-members. £126 (Test pack you complete) £220 for members £480 £620 for members £700 Price Checked Jan 2020. All prices exclude VAT @ 20% |
Combine testing and servicing to save money
Example:
Intra oral x ray unit. 3 yearly test £95+vat Annual service: £80+vat. Combined price £145+vat (save £30+vat.)
Comparison
PHE £126+vat for a postal test pack, you do all the work and it doesn't include a service.
DBG Members 3 yearly test £158+vat Annual service: £123+vat. Combined price £281+vat
Example:
Intra oral x ray unit. 3 yearly test £95+vat Annual service: £80+vat. Combined price £145+vat (save £30+vat.)
Comparison
PHE £126+vat for a postal test pack, you do all the work and it doesn't include a service.
DBG Members 3 yearly test £158+vat Annual service: £123+vat. Combined price £281+vat
Radiation Testing |
When does it need testing? |
There is often confusion between radiation testing and servicing.
We like to equate the Radiation Testing to a vehicle M.O.T. It is a legal requirement to get your vehicle M.O.T'd It is also a legal requirement to ensure your x ray equipment is tested to ensure it is safe, operates correctly and the environment where it is used is suitable. An M.O.T and vehicle servicing are separate jobs. Radiation testing and servicing your x ray equipment are also two separate tasks. |
Intra oral, Panoral, Cephalometric x ray sets Every 3 years ( or if your x ray unit is relocated or has had a replacement timer/ tubehead. ) 3D Cone Beam CT and Hand Held x ray units Every year |
What's included? |
Check x ray exposures and all safety features/warning devices
i.e. all shielding, collimation and lamps. Carry out an Environmental Risk Assessment of the area where the x ray equipment then provided you with a report and a diagram of the room. The diagram would show the controlled area, main beam direction, operator position, isolator location and other requirements. The report would provide recommendations and any actions required. The comprehensive testing of 3D Cone Beam CT machines require specialist test equipment. The testing and evaluation of the results will take at least 4 hours. Hand held x ray units require the same tests as wall mount x rays with additional leakage/safety tests. |
Current regulations and Guidance
Guidance Notes for Dental Practitioners on the Safe Use of X-ray Equipment
https://www.fgdp.org.uk/publication/guidance-notes-dental-practitioners-safe-use-x-ray-equipment
Regulations and guidance governing x ray testing and servicing.IRR 2017 Legislation
www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/1075/contents/made
IRMER 2017 Regulations
www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2017/1322/contents/made
Guidedance on Safe Use of CBCT
www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/340159/HPA-CRCE-010_for_website.pdf
Regulatory recommendations and requirements.
- CQC Outcome 11: Safety, availability and suitability of equipment.
- Regulation 33 of the Ionising Radiations Regulations 2017 states:
- The Health and Safety Executive's Guidance Note PM77 (third edition) entitled "Equipment used in connection with medical exposure" states:
Although this document PM77 is not strictly legally binding, it could be used by the HSE to pursue a prosecution where failure to follow its guidance has led to an incident or injury involving ionising radiation.
- The Electricity at Work Regulations (EWR)
electrical equipment.
Society of Radiographers
Webpage detailing statements from Irmer inspectorates
https://www.sor.org/news/covid-19-irmer-update
Routine IR(ME)R inspections are currently suspended. 24 March 2020
CQC Covid Irmer Update
CQC Notification of cessaation of x ray testing 6 May 2020
https://www.cqc.org.uk/sites/default/files/20200505_Covid-19_IRMER_National_Response_Updated_v3.pdf
CQC Notification of recommencing routine inspection visits 24 August 2020
https://www.cqc.org.uk/sites/default/files/20200814_covid19_irmer_national_response_updatedv4_2.pdf
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