Radiation Monitoring

Portable and personal radiation monitoring devices are designed for the measurement and protection against the damaging effects of electromagnetic, radio frequency and microwave radiation.

Radiation is classed into two types: non-ionising radiation and ionising radiation. Ionisation is the process where the ionising radiation has so much energy it causes electrons to break away from an atom. Ionising radiation has more energy than non-ionising radiation and can cause chemical changes by breaking chemical bonds. This in effect can cause damage to living tissue. Common sources of exposure to ionising radiation include nuclear reactions, nuclear decay, the sun, x-rays, the soil and more.

On the contrary, non-ionising radiation is found on the long-wavelength end of the spectrum and has enough energy to move or excite atoms in a molecule around causing them to vibrate faster. An example of this is when you use a microwave and the non-ionising radiation in the microwave oven causes the water molecules to vibrate faster therefore creating heat. Other common sources or non-ionising radiation include radio waves, visible light, infrared and more. And while non-ionising radiation doesn’t penetrate deep into the tissues, it does however cause a number of adverse health effects predominantly to the skin and eyes such as sunburn or snow blindness, skin cancers, increased risk of cataracts and more.

Radiation Detectors for Area and Personal Radiation Monitoring

Exposure to high levels of radiation can be extremely dangerous to not only workers on site but the local community. The exclusive distributor for Narda Safety Test Solution EMF products in Australia, Air-Met Scientific supplies a complete range of area and personal emf meters to ensure the worker and general public safety when working around non-ionising radiation.

Our product range includes:

Area Radiation Monitors: Narda EMF Monitors provide businesses, authorities, and mobile providers with powerful instruments ideal for performing long-term on-site evaluations of electromagnetic frequencies (EMF) wherever they are present. Narda EMF Monitors not only ensure effective and reliable monitoring of EMF, they also allow fast and easy access to the data via the mobile network.
High-Frequency Monitors: High-frequency radiation is often referred to as radiofrequency (RF). These devices monitor RF specifically and alert you when these levels go beyond that threshold. High-Frequency Meters such as the SRM-3006 Selective Radiation Meter provides the user with automatic evaluations taking various human safety standards into account directly in the instrument. It eliminates any measurement uncertainty and complicated calculations.
Low Frequency Monitors: These devices are specifically designed for the monitoring and measurement of low-frequency electromagnetic radiation which can be emitted from magnetic fields or electric fields. Low-frequency currents can irritate sensory, nerve and muscle cells within the body.
Personal Radiation Meters: Personal radiation meters such as the Narda RadMan 2 are designed to be worn on the body to monitor electromagnetic fields and alert workers who work around sources such as broadcasting or telecommunication towers and radar installations when field strengths exceed relevant safety limits.

To find out more about Air-Met’s range of radiation monitoring equipment, contact our teams now at any of the six locations across Australia.

Does Air-Met Scientific hire radiation monitoring equipment?

Yes, Air-Met Scientific offers a range of radiation monitoring equipment for short and long-term hire, including personal radiation monitors, radiation area monitors and EMF meters for 5G radiation monitoring. Contact your local Air-Met Scientific Rental office to discuss your radiation monitoring requirements or for rental availability. Air-Met Scientific have rental offices in most major cities including Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Mackay, Perth and Adelaide.

What is radiation monitoring?

Radiation monitoring is the process of measuring and analysing levels of ionising and non-ionising radiation in an environment or around a specific object or system. The purpose of radiation monitoring is to ensure that radiation levels are within safe limits and to detect any changes or increases in radiation levels that could pose a risk to human health or the environment.

Radiation monitoring typically involves the use of specialised radiation equipment, such as radiation detectors and EMF meters, to measure and record levels of radiation. These measurements can be used to identify areas where radiation levels are high, to assess the effectiveness of radiation shielding and other protective measures, and to ensure compliance with regulatory standards for radiation exposure.

What is non-ionising radiation?

Non-ionising radiation is a type of radiation that does not have enough energy to ionise atoms or molecules. This means that it does not have the ability to remove electrons from atoms or molecules, and therefore does not cause ionisation of matter. Examples of non-ionising radiation include electromagnetic fields (EMF) and optical radiation.

EMF is a type of non-ionising radiation that is generated by a variety of sources, including electrical wiring, appliances, electronic devices, and communication technologies such as mobile phones, Wi-Fi routers, and radio and TV broadcasting stations. In Australia, exposure to EMF is regulated by the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA).

What is an EMF meter?

An EMF (electromagnetic field) meter is a device used to measure the strength of electromagnetic fields. EMF meters can detect a wide range of electromagnetic frequencies, from low frequency (LF) to radio frequency (RF) and microwave frequencies. They can be used to measure the electromagnetic fields emitted by a variety of sources, including electronic devices and telecommunication towers.

EMF meters typically consist of a probe that detects the electromagnetic fields and a display that shows the measured values. They may also include features such as data logging, alarm functions, and the ability to measure different types of electromagnetic fields.

What is 5G NR?

5G NR stands for 5G New Radio, which is a standard for the fifth generation of mobile network technology. It is designed to provide faster data transfer rates, lower latency, and more efficient use of network resources compared to previous generations of mobile network technology.

5G NR uses higher frequency radio waves than previous generations of mobile network technology such as 4G. To measure 5G EMF, specialised EMF meters and instruments are required such as the Narda SRM3006 Selective Radiation Meter with 5G Downconverter Antennas. These instruments are designed to measure the frequency and intensity of electromagnetic radiation in the range of 5G frequencies.

What regulations and standards govern EMF exposure in Australia?

In Australia, the national authority responsible for regulating EMF exposure is the Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency (ARPANSA). ARPANSA provides guidance on safe levels of exposure to EMF radiation through its Radiation Protection Standard for Maximum Exposure Levels to Radiofrequency Fields - 3 kHz to 300 GHz, which sets out recommended limits for exposure to RF radiation from various sources, including mobile phones, base stations, and other wireless devices.

The limits set out in the ARPANSA standard are based on the recommendations of the International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP), which is an independent organisation that provides guidance on the health effects of non-ionising radiation. ARPANSA also provides guidelines for EMF exposure in specific settings, such as workplaces, homes, and schools. These guidelines provide information on how to measure EMF levels and reduce exposure to EMF radiation.

In addition to the ARPANSA standards, individual states and territories in Australia may also have their own regulations and guidelines for EMF exposure. For example, the New South Wales Department of Health has developed guidelines for managing EMF exposure in schools.

Radiation Monitoring