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Document ID (ISN)111878
CIS number 11-0563
ISSN - Serial title 0007-9952 - Cahiers de notes documentaires - Hygiène et sécurité du travail
Year 2011
Convention or series no. PR 47-222
Title Guidelines for limiting exposure to time-varying electric and magnetic fields (1 Hz to 100 kHz)
Original title Lignes directrices pour l'établissement de limites d'exposition aux champs électriques et magnétiques variables dans le temps (fréquences de 1 Hz à 100 kHz) [in French]
Bibliographic information 1st quarter 2011, No.222, p.35-50. Illus. 84 ref.
Internet access PR_47-222.pdf [in French]
Abstract This article offers guidelines for fixing exposure limits applicable to time-varying low-frequency electric and magnetic fields of frequency from 1 Hz to 100 kHz for the purpose of human protection. Contents: physical dimensions and units; scientific basis for limiting exposure; guidelines for fixing exposure limits; reference levels; preventive measures; issues relating to possible long-term effects.
Descriptors (primary) non-ionizing radiation; limitation of exposure; threshold limit values; safe working methods; health hazards
Descriptors (secondary) IARC; carcinogens; long-term exposure; literature survey
Document type D - Periodical articles
Subject(s) Radiation
Broad subject area(s) Physical hazards
Browse category(ies) Non-ionizing radiation
Occupational exposure limits