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New draft safety standard for radio wave exposure
ARPANSA has released a consultation draft of the new safety standard for exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic energy – also known as radio waves. -
New electromagnetic energy action plan
ARPANSA has released an action plan outlining activities that will be undertaken as part of the Australian Government’s Electromagnetic Energy (EME) Program. -
Telecommunications regulator reports low exposure levels at small cell sites around Australia
Earlier this year, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) measured the level of radiofrequency electromagnetic energy (RF EME) the public is exposed to at 59 small cell sites across Australia. -
Public feedback sought for updated guidance on radiological water quality
Water can include naturally-occurring radioactive material leached from rocks and soil, and it’s important that guidelines are in place to ensure the safe management of our water supply. -
Radiation and nuclear committees seeking nominations
ARPANSA is currently seeking nominations for members of both the Radiation Health Committee and the Nuclear Safety Committee. -
ARPANSA endorses radiation protection principles
ARPANSA has endorsed the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection Principles for non-ionizing radiation protection. -
Product warning for UVC lamps and COVID-19
The Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA) has issued a product warning to advise consumers of the dangers of portable devices that emit ultraviolet radiation (UVR). -
New guidance on safety of cosmetic laser and IPL
ARPANSA’s Dr Ken Karipidis chaired a committee of the International Commission on Non-Ionising Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) to develop a statement on exposure to non-ionising radiation for cosmetic purposes. -
ARPANSA develops audit for new MRI-Linac
ARPANSA’s Australian Clinical Dosimetry Service (ACDS) has carried out audits on a new Elekta Unity MRI-Linac in Townsville, Queensland before the treatment of the first patient. -
Radiation at work explained
Do you use, or are you exposed to radiation as part of your work? Our new suite of occupational exposure factsheets have been designed to keep you informed about the type of radiation you may be exposed to, any possible health effects and how to adequately protect yourself. -
5G and other telecommunications do not affect the immune system
With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, some members of the public are concerned about the human immune system and whether it can be compromised by wireless telecommunications sources such as 5G. -
ARPANSA authorises ANSTO Nuclear Medicine facility to return to routine operation
On 27 March 2020, the CEO of ARPANSA, Dr Carl-Magnus Larsson, removed a licence condition from the ANSTO Nuclear Medicine (ANM) facility, allowing it to return to routine operation. -
ARPANSA activities in response to COVID-19
As a Federal Government Agency working under the Department of Health, ARPANSA is committed to supporting the health and safety of all Australians. -
Updated international radiation safety guidelines
The International Commission on Non-ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) has released new guidelines for radiofrequency radiation protection. -
Human error still the biggest factor in radiation incidents
ARPANSA has again collated data from radiation regulators around the country to provide a report on radiation safety and identify opportunities for improvement in the safe use of radiation, particularly in the medical sector. -
Patients receiving less radiation from CT scans
The radiation dose from a CT scan, while low, is nonetheless assumed to contribute a small additional risk to a patient’s lifetime risk of cancer. ARPANSA's new reference levels show patients in Australia are receiving much lower doses than 5-10 years ago. -
ARPANSA scientists travel to Antarctica
ARPANSA staff Sandra Sdraulig and Dr Stuart Henderson recently travelled to Antarctica to support ongoing monitoring of radionuclides and ultraviolet (UV) radiation in the environment. -
ARPANSA scientist appointed to international commission
Dr Ken Karipidis, Assistant Director Assessment and Advice at ARPANSA, has been appointed to the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) for the term of 2020 to 2024.
