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Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) Radiation Safety and Health Topics
Extremely Low Frequency (ELF) Radiation
In Focus
Extremely low frequency (ELF) fields includes alternating current (AC) fields and other electromagnetic, non-ionizing radiation from 1 Hz to 300 Hz. ELF fields at 60 Hz are produced by power lines, electrical wiring, and electrical equipment. Some epidemiological studies have suggested increased cancer risk associated with magnetic field exposures near electric power lines.

The following questions link to information relevant to ELF radiation in the workplace.
Standards What standards apply?
National Consensus | UK
Health Effects What are the suggested health effects of ELF exposure?
General Health Effects Reviews | Static Fields
Hazard Locations and Solutions Where do ELF hazards occur and what are possible solutions?
 
Evaluating ELF Exposure How do you evaluate ELF exposures?
 
ELF Safety Programs What are examples of ELF Safety programs?
 
Additional Information What additional information is available?
Training | Other Resources

In Focus
Health Effects ELF in Schools
  • Welcome to the California Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) Program. California Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) Program. Contains fact sheets in English and Spanish concerning EMF hazards and solutions in homes and schools. Also, provides a link to a video that describes how improperly connected electrical wiring could pose hazards in schools, as well as a school design guidelines checklist which discusses practical, "no- and low-cost" techniques for minimizing exposure to magnetic fields in new and remodeled school buildings.
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