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*Involves implementing safety measures, optimizing procedures, and using protective equipment.
*Encourages continuous improvement in [[Ionising Radiation|radiation]] safety practices.
*Based on the principle that any exposure to [[radiation]] carries some risk.
*Promotes the use of time, distance, and shielding to reduce [[radiation]] exposure.
*Frequently applied in medical, industrial, and nuclear power settings to protect workers and the public.
*Part of regulatory requirements and guidelines set by organizations such as the [[International Commission on Radiological Protection]] (ICRP).
===Examples===
*Use of [[lead]] aprons and shields in [[X-ray]] imaging.
*Limiting [[time]] spent near [[radioactive]] sources.