2 Credit Hours

Every dental x-ray operator in Pennsylvania needs a periodic refresher course on ionizing radiation, including the definition, sources, hazards, measurements, and
biological effects. This course will cover those topics as well as addressing recent scientific studies that are affecting our understanding of exposure and shielding in
the dental office. This course meets the training requirements detailed in Pennsylvania Code, Title 25, Section 221.11.

Learning Objectives:

• Detail the basic properties of radiation
• Define the units of measurement for radiation
• Identify sources of radiation exposure
• Discuss radiation protection measures
• Provide an overview of the biological effects of radiation exposure
• Discuss types of x-ray equipment

Ms. Bupp has no financial relationships relevant to this presentation to disclose.

Autumn Bupp joined Clym Environmental Services in 2020 as the Compliance Program Manager. Utilizing in-person trainings, “Mock OSHA Audits”, and written safety plans, she helps to relieve the burden of compliance for dentists. As the former Director for the Muscular Dystrophy Association in Pittsburgh, Autumn worked to increase public awareness of the types of diseases classified as MD, while also partnering with local researchers and clinical directors to improve the lives of those affected by MD. Autumn also worked with the Beaver County Rehabilitation Center to prepare curriculum for and implement the P.E.T.S. (Pre-Employment Transition Services) program to high school students with special needs. She is a graduate of Grove City College, and her hobbies include cake decorating and reading. She and her husband, David, have four children and reside in Harmony, PA.

Dental Society of Western PA is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider Approved by Pennsylvania Dental Association.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
Dental Society of Western PA designates this activity for 6 continuing education credits.