Occupational Safety and Health Series, No. 70
Visual display units: Radiation protection guidance
The purpose of this guide is to provide an analysis of the data from surveys and measurements of radiation emissions from visual display units (VDUs), relate this to existing data on scientific biological effects and reach a conclusion regarding the safety of VDUs with respect to radiation emissions. The book is intended for the use of the competent authorities, employers and workers and their organizations, occupational safety and health specialists and VDU operators.
The following topics are covered: characteristics, measurement and levels of radiation emissions from VDUs; assessment of exposure and laboratory studies; health effects and human studies; prevention and control measures; and quality control and maintenance.