Examples of Public dose in a sentence
Public dose constraints of 0.1 mSv per annum for liquid effluent discharges to sewer and 0.3 mSv per annum for airborne discharges are imposed on the ANSTO (Lucas Heights) site, where all nuclear installations are operating, including the operation of spent fuel and radioactive waste management facilities.
Public dose is controlled, in part, by ensuring that licensed material is secured (e.g., located in a locked area) to prevent unauthorized access or use.
Discussion: “Public dose” is defined in 10 CFR Part 20 as “the dose received by a member of the public from exposure to radiation and/or radioactive material released by a licensee, or to any other source of radiation under the control of a licensee.” Public dose excludes doses received from background radiation and from medical procedures.
Radiation protection of staff and public4.1. Occupational dose for professional workers4.2. Public dose 5.
Public dose is also affected by the choice of storage and use locations at temporary job sites.