MODUK DEF STAN 05-74 PDF

This Defence Standard provides guidance on the practical safety aspects of the use of RF Energy. Guidance has been included within the Standard for those directly engaged on the design, manufacture, siting, operating and testing of equipments and for those managers, who although not directly involved, require knowledge of the procedures and disciplines recommended. It must be emphasised that the intention is that appropriately trained personnel undertake all procedures detailed in this document.

IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT NO ATTEMPT HAS BEEN MADE WITHIN THIS STANDARD TO SET NUMERICAL LIMITS FOR EXPOSURE LEVELS. THE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SETTING OF SUCH LIMITS RESTS WITH THE HEALTH AND SAFETY EXECUTIVE (HSE) BASED UPON SCIENTIFIC ADVICE FROM THE HEALTH PROTECTION AGENCY RADIATION PROTECTION DIVISION.

Where hazards to Electro-Explosive Devices (EED) and flammable atmospheres are mentioned, reference is made to other relevant Standards for specialist advice in these areas.