HazCom: Radiation
Used properly, radiation can help detect illness and treat cancer. But it can be a hazard if accidental exposure reaches x-ray technicians, nurses, or others working near it. Your health care facility has set safe work practices to keep both workers and patients safe, and advises that pregnant women take additional precautions.
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| Always follow your employer's safe work practices when working with radiation. |
Use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
Follow Safe Work Practices
Avoid Unnecessary Exposure
Observe Signs
Know the Risk
Radiation can affect the skin and eyes, and cause sterility, genetic damage, cancer, and a shortened life expectancy.
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Date Last Reviewed:
7/9/2002
Date Last Modified:
7/9/2002