Update on the Use of PowerTape and PowerFlex

RE: Andover Medical products at the November 2009 practical examination.


Recently, you received email notification of a change in materials that would be available for use by Certification Candidates at the November 2009 practical examination. The notification stated that PowerFlex and PowerTape would be available for use by the Certification Candidates.

Unfortunately, this announcement was a bit premature. The Andover products (PowerFlex and PowerTape) referred to in the message, are fairly recent additions to the arsenal of products available for support techniques. In fact, the products are new enough that they are not available at all of the accredited institutions nor are the products familiar to all certified members and Certification Candidates. Because some of the certified members will be evaluating the performances of the Certification Candidates at the November examination, it is essential that all examiners be familiar with these products and their use.

Therefore, to avoid the risk of improper evaluation by the examiners, the PowerFlex and PowerTape products will not be available for use by Certification Candidates at the November 2009 practical examination.

We apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause but it is essential that we ensure the fair evaluation of the Certification Candidates’ performances.

We will work towards the inclusion of these products in future practical examinations and pending favourable consideration, will make the membership aware of the date on which this addition will occur in a timely manner.

Examination Review Committee