Non-ionizing radiation
This chapter contains tables and figures relating to: (1) radiofrequency and microwave radiation and Extremely Low Frequency (ELF)/Very Low Frequency (VLF) fields; (2) visible, ultraviolet and infrared radiation (so-called ``optical radiations``) as well as laser (coherent) light; (3) ultrasound; and (4) heat and noise exposures. The units, terminology, hazards and standards for these classes of nonionizing radiation and physical agents are discussed. Greatest emphasis is placed on the potential hazards and safety aspects of devices using/emitting these energies. The American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienist`s (ACGIH) Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) recommends occupational threshold levels for each of the radiation types discussed above. The reader is directed to the ACGIH document for the TLVs.
- OSTI ID:
- 142131
- Resource Relation:
- Other Information: PBD: 1992; Related Information: Is Part Of The health physics and radiological health handbook; Shleien, B. [ed.]; PB: 742 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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