Radiofrequency and Microwave Radiation
Overview
Radiofrequency (RF) and microwave (MW) radiation are electromagnetic radiation in the frequency ranges 3 kilohertz (kHz) - 300 Megahertz (MHz), and 300 MHz - 300 gigahertz (GHz), respectively. Research continues on possible biological effects of exposure to RF/MW radiation from radios, cellular phones, the processing and cooking of foods, heat sealers, vinyl welders, high frequency welders, induction heaters, flow solder machines, communications transmitters, radar transmitters, ion implant equipment, microwave drying equipment, sputtering equipment and glue curing.
Standards
There are no specific OSHA standards for radiofrequency and microwave radiation issues.
Health Effects
Provides references to information on potential health effects of radiofrequency and microwave radiation.
Hazards Locations and Solutions
Provides references to information on sources of hazards and discusses solutions.
Evaluating RF/Microwave Exposure
Highlights information for evaluating RF/Microwave exposures.
RF and Microwave Safety Programs
Provides information that can help employers develop and implement a safety program.
Additional Resources
Provides links and references to additional resources related to radiofrequency and microwave radiation.