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Registration of radiation equipment : OHS information for employers

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Outlines OHS registration requirements for certain kinds of radiation equipment. Some example industries where designated radiation equipment may be found include Class 3b and Class 4 lasers,... More ≫

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Outlines OHS registration requirements for certain kinds of radiation equipment. Some example industries where designated radiation equipment may be found include Class 3b and Class 4 lasers, X-ray equipment, and particle accelerators.

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Personal exposure monitoring for ionizing radiation (dosimetry) : OHS information for employers and workers

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This bulletin explains personal exposure limits and monitoring requirements for workers working with ionizing radiation equipment.

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Guide for Alberta's Radiation Protection Program

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This Guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Radiation Protection Program, which is established under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act. The OHS Code (which falls under the OHS Act)... More ≫

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This Guide outlines the parameters of Alberta’s Radiation Protection Program, which is established under the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act. The OHS Code (which falls under the OHS Act) places an obligation on employers to ensure that all designated radiation equipment has a valid registration certificate before the equipment may be used at a work site. This Guide explains how a registration certificate is issued, including the role of radiation inspection and registration agencies, and Government of Alberta staff within the process.

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Wifi in schools, cell phones and health

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This fact sheet discusses information on electromagnetic fields, research on the health risks of electromagnetic radiation, how electromagnetic fields are regulated in Canada, and what research... More ≫

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This fact sheet discusses information on electromagnetic fields, research on the health risks of electromagnetic radiation, how electromagnetic fields are regulated in Canada, and what research says about the health effects of WiFi and cell phones.

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