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==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.
===Examples===

*Use of [[lead]] aprons and shields in [[X-ray]] imaging.
*Limiting [[time]] spent near [[radioactive]] sources.