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Establishing a Dialogue on Risks from Electromagnetic Fields.
Title:
Establishing a Dialogue on Risks from Electromagnetic Fields.
Author:
Organization, World Health.
ISBN:
9789240680319
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Physical Description:
1 online resource (77 pages)
Contents:
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- FOREWORD -- ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS AND PUBLIC HEALTH: THE PRESENT EVIDENCE -- What happens when you are exposed to electromagnetic fields? -- Biological effects and health effects -- Conclusions from scienti.c research -- EMF RISK COMMUNICATION: DEALING WITH PUBLIC PERCEPTION -- Multiple determinants of the EMF risk issue -- How is risk perceived? -- The need for risk communication -- Managing EMF risk communication -- WHEN TO COMMUNICATE -- WITH WHOM TO COMMUNICATE -- WHAT TO COMMUNICATE -- HOW TO COMMUNICATE -- EMF EXPOSURE GUIDELINES AND POLICIES: THE PRESENT SITUATION -- Who decides on guidelines? -- What are guidelines based on? -- Why is a higher reduction factor applied for general public exposure guidelines? -- Precautionary approaches and the Precautionary Principle -- Science-based and precautionary approaches for EMF -- What is the World Health Organization doing? -- GLOSSARY -- FURTHER READING.
Abstract:
Public concern over possible health effects from electromagnetic fields (EMF) has led to the preparation of this handbook. Potential risks of EMF exposure from facilities such as power lines or mobile phone base stations present a difficult set of challenges for decision-makers. The challenges include determining if there is a hazard from EMF exposure and what the potential health impact is. Responding to these challenges requires the involvement of individuals or organizations with the right set of competencies, combining relevant scientific expertise, strong communication skills and good judgement in the management and regulatory areas. This handbook is intended to support decision-makers faced with a combination of public controversy, scientific uncertainty, and the need to operate existing facilities and/or the requirement to site new facilities appropriately. Its goal is to improve the decision-making process by reducing misunderstandings and improving trust through better dialogue. The guide may assist the general public when interacting with government agencies that regulate environmental health, and with companies whose facilities may be sources of concern. References and suggestions for further reading are included.
Local Note:
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, Michigan : ProQuest Ebook Central, 2017. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest Ebook Central affiliated libraries.
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