From ICRPaedia Show Jump to navigation Jump to search The System of Radiological Protection is anchored in three fundamental principles:
Quotes from ICRP Publications
See AlsoWhat are the fundamental principles of radiation protection?ALARA stands for “as low as reasonably achievable”. ALARA means avoiding exposure to radiation that does not have a direct benefit to you, even if the dose is small. To do this, you can use three basic protective measures in radiation safety: time, distance, and shielding.
What are the two main aims of radiation protection?The aim of radiation protection is to prevent reliably the deterministic effects of radiation and to reduce the risk of stochastic effects to a reasonably achievable level.
What are the 2 ways to minimize radiation risk?Distance: Just as the heat from a fire reduces as you move further away, the dose of radiation decreases dramatically as you increase your distance from the source. Shielding: Barriers of lead, concrete, or water provide protection from penetrating gamma rays.
What are the two radiation sources we protect from when taking a radiograph?Gamma rays and X-rays can travel kilometers in air and can penetrate deep into the human body or pass through it entirely. Proper shielding should be in place to prevent or reduce radiation dose rates.
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