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Re: [Amps] RF exposure limits in reality

To: jsb@digistar.com
Subject: Re: [Amps] RF exposure limits in reality
From: Vic Rosenthal <vic@rakefet.com>
Date: Wed, 18 Aug 2004 11:21:55 -0700
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jsb@digistar.com wrote:

Does anyone have any information as to "real life" exposure limits for
adults, children and newborns at various frequencies?  I've seen the
generic exposure limit ratings that the FCC publishes for dipoles but was
wondering if there were some figures that clearly state the minimum safe
distance for various frequencies and power levels.

There's a useful calculator at <http://n5xu.ae.utexas.edu/rfsafety/> that will help you determine if you are in compliance with FCC regulations.


Having said that, I believe that the standards for RF safety at HF are ridiculous -- FAR too restrictive. I have NEVER seen an actual report of anyone being harmed by radiated HF RF (microwaves are a different matter), or any studies demonstrating that HF RF -- even at 'amps subscriber power levels' -- is in the slightest bit dangerous.

--
73,
Vic, K2VCO
Fresno CA
http://www.qsl.net/k2vco


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