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10.0 Site Selection
A site should be chosen within reach of the specified electrical connection (refer to the Electrical
Requirements section of your specific device) and where the unit can be left in place without
obstructing traffic flow. The device should be positioned in such a way the power inlet or circuit
breakers on the device are easily accessible. It is important that the unit be properly grounded.
Extension cords are not recommended. The site should not be in any area where water or
moisture might collect and should be protected from access by children and other unintended
users.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of electric shock this equipment must only be connected to a
supply main with a protective earth.
11.0 Training Requirements
Phototherapy services require staff having appropriate training, knowledge, and clinical skills in
order to ensure effective outcomes and quality care for patients. Staff must be assessed as being
competent and safe in order to provide phototherapy treatments that maximize benefit and
minimize adverse effects. Recommended training requirements include:
• Staff should be either a physician, nurse, or any other practitioner licensed by the law of
the state or country in which he/she practices
• Training and experience in dermatology is important to provide holistic patient care. This
knowledge includes:
o Anatomy and the Physiology of the skin
o Recognition and understanding of skin diseases
o Skin assessment
o Understanding of photoresponsive diseases
• Theoretical knowledge of phototherapy and its use
• A period of supervised practice for approximately 3 months with a competent practitioner
• Managers should ensure that staff members have, or are provided with, the appropriate
level of training and education needed prior to administering phototherapy services.
12.0 Important Safeguards and Warnings
• To protect the eyes during operation, the operator and anyone in view of the device must
wear the provided UV blocking glasses or goggles designed to block 100% of all UVA
and UVB light from the eye area when worn. Always use Daavlin approved eyewear.
• Do not remove protective eyewear, or any other protective equipment, during treatment.
• If psoralens (photosensitizing drugs) are being used as part of treatment (“PUVA”), the
eyes should be protected from exposure to ultraviolet (sunlight) for 24 hours after taking
the drug. Ultraviolet blocking glasses are provided with all Daavlin devices.
• Do not use over skin eruptions without express consent from the attending physician.
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