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Surgical smoke is more harmful than many realise. Discover why Australian operating theatres should adopt mandatory smoke evacuation systems for the safety of staff and patients alike.

At Bravura Education, we understand that everyone’s career path is unique. Here’s a guide to help you select the most suitable course based on your current career stage.

Light-based treatments like laser and IPL can be effective, but it's important to check for contraindications before starting. A thorough health history and client consultation should always be carried out, and clients with any of the following need special consideration: darker skin type, history of skin cancer, light sensitivity, medication, infection, or pregnancy. Get written consent before starting any treatment, and be sure to disclose the risks, benefits, and alternatives. Clients under 18 should have a legal guardian's agreement.

An important part of our laser safety course for hospital staff is the management of plume, or surgical smoke. This new article by registered nurse Andrea Carrick is a comprehensive review of the current standards for practice and risk management and yet again, reinforces the need for anyone who uses a laser to have laser safety training. 

Are you looking to acquire a Queensland licence for laser treatments? Discover how Bravura Education can help you achieve your goal. Many individuals often confuse the laser safety certificate with obtaining a licence, but we're here to provide clarity.

If you are planning on introducing a laser into your business in Queensland, the possession licence is the first thing you need to do to comply with the Queensland radiation Health requirements and radiation regulations. Krystle steps you through this process. Don't forget, we can draft your Radiation Safety & Protection Plan for you. 

Did you know listed at the TGA alone there are more than 250 laser companies and that each of them has about four devices each? This list doesn't include ANY of those companies not making therapeutic claims that can sell lasers online of variable quality. 

We are supported by the Masters of Industry who audit and endorse our courses and keep us on the contemporary edge of clinical practice. Masters like the Fellows at the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery, Fellows of the Australian College of Nursing and Radiation Health Department physicists.

This is the new IPL safety door sign.

You need it to comply with the new Austalia/NZ laser and IPL standards.

Contact us and we'll send you one for free because we think it looks nice and sunny and it will brighten up your day.