Difference between revisions of "ALARA"
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===Meaning=== | ===Meaning=== | ||
| − | [[ALARA]] is a principle in [[radiation]] safety aimed at minimizing exposure to [[radiation]] as much as reasonably possible. | + | [[ALARA]] is a principle in [[Ionising Radiation|radiation]] safety aimed at minimizing exposure to [[Ionising Radiation|radiation]] as much as reasonably possible. |
===About ALARA=== | ===About ALARA=== | ||
| − | *Balances the benefits of [[radiation]] use with the risks. | + | *Balances the benefits of [[Ionising Radiation|radiation]] use with the risks. |
*Involves implementing safety measures, optimizing procedures, and using protective equipment. | *Involves implementing safety measures, optimizing procedures, and using protective equipment. | ||
| − | *Encourages continuous improvement in [[radiation]] safety practices. | + | *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). | ||
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===Examples=== | ===Examples=== | ||
*Use of [[lead]] aprons and shields in [[X-ray]] imaging. | *Use of [[lead]] aprons and shields in [[X-ray]] imaging. | ||
*Limiting [[time]] spent near [[radioactive]] sources. | *Limiting [[time]] spent near [[radioactive]] sources. | ||
Latest revision as of 10:46, 19 May 2024
Key Stage 5
Meaning
ALARA is a principle in radiation safety aimed at minimizing exposure to radiation as much as reasonably possible.
About ALARA
- Balances the benefits of radiation use with the risks.
- Involves implementing safety measures, optimizing procedures, and using protective equipment.
- Encourages continuous improvement in 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.