Physical agent - radiofrequency and microwave radiation.
Authors
Darby-GH; Dukich-A; Hargens-CW; Hill-HG; Hsiao-SH; Liss-Suter-D; Mason-R; Miller-LM
Source
NIOSH 1978 Apr; :280-294
Abstract
The commercial, industrial, and scientific use of radiofrequency (RF) and microwave (MW) radiation is reviewed. The physical properties, applications, trends, potential exposures, and biologic effects of exposure to RF and MW radiation are described. Pertinent threshold limit values and United States Department of Labor and foreign standards are included.
Keywords
NIOSH-Contract; Contract-210-77-0167; Radio-and-television-broadcasting; Electromagnetic-radiation; Microwave-radiation; Radio-waves; Work-environment; Radiation-exposure; Transmission; Communication-equipment;
Document Type
Final Contract Report
Identifying No.
Contract-210-77-0167
Source Name
Information Profiles on Potential Occupational Hazards: Final Report - April, 1978, NIOSH, Rockville, Maryland