RF Safety

What is this risk assessment for?

This risk assessment covers the basics of ElectroMagnetic Fields. In realistic terms - the only NESST Equipment that isn't excluded is Repeater and Mobile Radio (Not Handheld) - as these transmitt on more than 5 watts of power. 

All other NESST equipement currently transmitts on less than 5 watts (Handhelds / WiFi etc.) - and is therefore below the power for the HSE guidence

Futher reading - https://www.hse.gov.uk/radiation/nonionising/emf.htm

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Tom
RiskWho is at Risk?ActionsBy Who
Electromagnetic FieldsEveryone
  • Where radios are powered on and can transmit more then 5watt (Repeater / mobile radios) - antennas must be at least 2m away from anyone.
  • Where possible - Limit ongoing exposure to ongoing sources of RF - such as having antennas as far away from control desks as practical.
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This Risk Assessment is not definitive – and all tasks will be completed whilst also using a dynamic risk assessment for any new risks.

Date Created: 6 August 2024 | Date Updated: 6 August 2024
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