Optical radiation

UV, visible spectrum, and infrared (IR) radiation

Effects

Ultraviolet (UV), visible (VIS) and infrared radiation (IR) affects the skin in various manner. A summary of the effects on the eye is presented in the information

• Hazards to the Eyes from Optical Radiation

Exposure

• Ultraviolet Radiation (information sheet)

Regulations, limit values and standards

• Directive 2006/25/EC 'Artificial optical radiation'
• Limit values for protection of the skin from burns due to exposure to radiant heat (IFA recommendations)

Exposure assessment/Measurement procedures

• Measurement and assessment of optical radiation exposure at workplaces (Information sheet No. 0215)

Protective measures

• Suitability of sunscreen for the prevention of skin cancer (BGIA-Report 3/2006e)
• Beware: the Sun (BIA Info 6/2001)

Occupational diseases

• Carcinogenic potential of solar radiation and artificial sources of UV radiation (Information)
• Appraisal of cases of occupational disease involving exposure to radiation (Information sheet No. 0214)

Lighting

• Glare on visual display terminals (Research project)