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This CDC study[0] looked into that question, the answer was inconclusive (with some workers receiving a higher annual dose than is allowed, while most received
by Someone1234 8y ago
This CDC study[0] looked into that question, the answer was inconclusive (with some workers receiving a higher annual dose than is allowed, while most received a safe dosage). The problem seems to be malfunctioning scanners.
[0] https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/hhe/reports/pdfs/2003-0206-3067.pdf https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/hhe/reports/pdfs/2003-0206-3067.pd...
- btgeekboy 8y agoIsn’t that what dosimeters are supposed to help detect?
- Someone1234 8y agoThat's what was inconclusive. > Given the strengths and weaknesses of this study, the need for a routine radiation dosimetry program for TSA screeners can neither be justified nor refuted at this time. I assumed above that people would read the link before responding.
- wlesieutre 8y agoSounds like a good reason to wear dosimeters