Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety

  • 11 topics | 39m
  • Up to 30 languages
  • Transcripts
This course is designed to familiarize learners with the health implications associated with non-ionizing radiation, specifically radio frequency (RF) radiation and measures to protect workers from exposure. The course was developed and reviewed with subject matter support provided by certified subject matter experts and industry professionals. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • differentiate between ionizing radiation and non-ionizing radiation according to their individual characteristics
  • identify forms of electromagnetic energy found within the electromagnetic spectrum
  • differentiate between uncontrolled and controlled exposure environments by their definitions
  • identify elements of the engineering and administrative controls for limiting personnel exposure to RF radiation
  • identify the purposes of notice, caution, and warning signs as radiation control

IN THIS COURSE

  • Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety
    1m
  • Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
    6m
  • Knowledge Check: Ionizing and Non-Ionizing Radiation
    2m
  • Electromagnetic Energy
    7m
  • Knowledge Check: Electromagnetic Energy
    1m
  • Exposure Levels and RF Energy Environments
    6m
  • Knowledge Check: Exposure Levels and RF Energy Environments
    1m
  • Controls for Limiting Personnel Exposure
    6m
  • Knowledge Check: Controls for Limiting Personnel Exposure
    2m
  • Radiation Notices, Cautions, and Warning Signs
    5m
  • Knowledge Check: Radiation Notices, Cautions, and Warning Signs
    1m