Unit 4.4: Radiation

Unit 4.4, "Radiation", in Division 4 covers the fields of ionising radiation and radioactive materials, optical radiation (ultraviolet, visible and infrared radiation), lighting, electromagnetic fields and hot surfaces. The focal points are:

• Measurement and assessment of radiation exposures at workplaces
• Advice on protective measures
• Laboratory measurements, eg: properties of radiation sources, transmission of filters and materials, analyses of radioactive substances
• Measurement of the radiation emissions of machinery in the framework of EU type testing
• Testing of the electromagnetic compatibility of machines, equipment and devices
• Testing of radio-frequency protective clothing
• Study of glare on computer monitors
• Expert opinions in cases of occupational disease
• Evaluation of burning risks caused by hot surfaces
• Providing information