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Although extremely low frequency (ELF) exposures occur
everywhere, potentially hazardous exposure depends on the strength of the ELF
fields at the source, the distance from the source, and possibly the duration of
exposure. The following references describe where significant exposures may
occur and may be useful in identifying significant exposures and possible
solutions.
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EMF (Electric and Magnetic Fields). National Institute
for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH) Safety and Health Topic.
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NIOSH Fact Sheet: EMFs in the Workplace.
US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), National Institute
for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publication No. 96-129. A
Spanish version is also available. Answers frequently-asked questions about
extremely low frequency (ELF)- electric magnetic fields (EMFs) in the workplace and helps identify EMF sources at work and suggests simple steps for
reducing exposures.
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Electric & Magnetic Fields. US Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS), National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), and Oak
Ridge National Laboratory. Provides links to EMF health effects, results
of EMF research and EMF Questions and Answers.
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Electromagnetic Fields.
World Health Organization (WHO). Links to
studies and publications.
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Sources
of Nonionizing Radiation.
National Safety Council (NSC),
(2002). Provides an overview of nonionizing radiation.
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EMF in your Environment: Magnetic Field Measurements Of Everyday
Electrical Devices. National Center for
Environmental Publications and Information (NCEPI), P.O. Box 42419 Cincinnati, OH 45242-2419, Fax Number: (301)
604-3408.
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General Information. 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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Building Checklist: General Information.
Discusses conventional "no and low cost" techniques and provides practical
ways to minimize exposure to magnetic fields in the building of new
schools. It proceeds step-by-step from initial planning and site
selection through construction, furnishing and occupancy.
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EMF Checklist Appendices. Provides information about remodeling, conducting EMF surveys, and
types of EMF shielding.
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