Non-ionizing radiation protection : summary of research and policy options

Title:

Author:

Wood, Andrew W., editor.

ISBN:

9781119284208

9781119284192

9781119284673

Physical Description:

1 online resource

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

Part I Hazard Identification and Assessment: What are the Dangers and How are the Sources Dangerous? -- Part II Ultraviolet (UV) Light -- Part III Visible and Infrared (IR) Light -- Part IV Radiofrequency (RF) and Microwave Radiation -- Part V Extremely Low-Frequency (ELF) Electric and Magnetic Fields -- Part VI Static Electric and Magnetic Fields -- Part VII Dealing with Hazard Perception -- Part VIII NIR Injury Prevention and Medical Assessment -- Part IX Legal and Community Issues.

Abstract:

This book explains the characteristics of all forms of electromagnetic non-ionizing radiation (NIR) and analyzes the relationship between exposure and its biological effects, as well as the known dose-response relationships associated with each. Taking a uniquely holistic approach to the concept of health that builds upon the WHO definition to include not only absence of disease, but the physical, mental and social well-being of individuals and the population, it reviews established and potential risks and protections, along with regulatory issues associated with each.

Local Note:

John Wiley and Sons

Subject Term:

Nonionizing radiation -- Safety measures.

Nonionizing radiation.

Radiation Protection -- methods

Radiation Protection -- standards

Radiation, Nonionizing -- adverse effects

Safety Management -- standards

Radiation, Nonionizing

Safety

Rayonnement non ionisant -- Sécurité -- Mesures.