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X-Ray Safety Toolkit

WebIn 2017, Canada Safe Imaging in conjunction with the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health conducted a pan-Canadian survey of awareness and attitudes related to the Bonn Call for Action …

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Information on EMF

WebPotential health concerns about power lines were first raised in a 1979 study which associated increased risk of childhood leukemia with residential proximity to power lines. …

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What Is Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM)

WebSome radioactive materials, often referred to using the short-form of “NORM”, exists in the earth’s crust naturally. The decay of thorium and uranium produces many different types …

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Red Light Therapy

WebThe most common intent of red-light therapy (RLT) is to use red light to cosmetically reduce the prominence of wrinkles and stretch marks. It has also been …

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What Is Radiation

WebIn order to measure the health effect of low levels of ionizing radiation scientists use a unit called the “Sievert” (Sv). The Sievert is used to represent both the risk of the effect of …

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Home Radon Testing

WebHome Radon Testing. Radon is a naturally-occurring radioactive gas that is produced naturally by the breakdown of uranium in the ground and can get into your home …

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Information on Full Body Scanners at Airports

WebThe health risks for air travellers from this technology is negligible. Whenever people are exposed to radiation, they are most often concerned about their increased risk of …

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Take Action on Radon. It’s as Easy as 1, 2, 3.

WebThe Institute offers a reliable, affordable and easy-to-use radon monitoring device. Simply go online or give us a call at 1-800-263-5803 (option 4) or 1-306-975 …

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Why should you test your home for radon in the winter

WebOne of the latest studies was published in September, 2019, when Hamilton Public Health Services in Ontario rolled out phase two of a three-year study testing …

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Cross Canada Survey of Radon Levels in Homes – Final Report

Webby Radiation Safety Institute | Apr 4, 2012 |. Health Canada recently published its final report on a two year cross-country survey of radon levels in homes. Almost …

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Fukushima Effects on Canadians

WebIMPACT ON CANADIANS. There have been no adverse health impacts to Canadians due to the Fukushima disaster. The major dispersal of radioactive aerosols …

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Personal Alpha Dosimetry Radiation Safety Institute of Canada

WebHow the PAD System works. The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada’s personal-alpha-dosimetry (PAD) system consists of a dosimeter head and an air sampling unit. The PAD …

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Radiation Safety: PPE and Dosimetry

WebRadiation Safety Institute of Canada. The Radiation Safety Institute of Canada is an independent, not-for-profit organization specializing in radiation safety. For further …

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Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material [NORM]

WebHealth Canada’s document, “Canadian Guidelines for the Management of Naturally Occurring Radioactive Materials (NORM)”, identifies the following 6 types of industries …

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X-Ray Application Support: Ontario Regulation 861

WebIn Ontario, workplaces who use x-rays under 1 MeV for purposes other than for human health care must register their equipment with the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, …

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X-Ray Imaging in Veterinary Practice: RP Considerations

WebDocuments such as Health Canada’s Radiation Protection in Veterinary Medicine (Safety Code 28) [iii], which is regulatory requirement in some jurisdictions in …

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Safety Code 6 (2009): Limits of Human Exposure to …

WebHealth Canada is the federal department responsible for helping the people of Canada maintain and improve their health. We assess the safety of drugs and many consumer …

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X-Ray Safety Plan Templates for Ontario Reg. 861

WebTo support stakeholders in Ontario workplaces who utilize x-ray equipment under 1 MeV in non-healthcare settings, we have developed a number of X-Ray Exposure Control …

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Based on Ontario Regulations and Best Practices

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