An Introduction to Radiation Protection

Höfundar: Alan Martin; Sam Harbison; Karen Beach; Peter Cole (Útgáfa: 8)
An Introduction to Radiation Protection

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The eighth edition of this highly readable book continues to cover the technical principles underlying the control of radiation hazards, radiation detection and measurement and the biological effects of radiation, followed by a consideration of radiation protection issues in the nuclear, non-nuclear and medical fields. Further specialized topics include safety and risk assessment, waste management and decommissioning of nuclear and radiation facilities, radiological emergencies and relevant legislation and organizational issues.

Key Features Essential reading – introduces all aspects of radiation protection in a single book Accessible and concise – highly structured text supplemented by clear diagrams and photographs, summary sections and revision questions, suitable for the beginner and more advanced radiation practitioner Up to date – convenient ‘one stop shop’, reflecting current national and international recommendations and requirements New to this edition – radiation protection in space exploration and travel Online supplements – including an image library and sample lectures with worked examples An accessible account of the nature of the hazards presented by ionizing radiations and the methods of protection against such hazards, the book remains the ideal introductory text for those new to the field, and for the non-specialist, and a useful ready reference for more experienced radiation protection professionals.

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Útgefandi
Taylor & Francis
ISBN
9781040645659
Print ISBN
9781041098539
Format
ePub
Útgáfa
8
Höfundar
Alan Martin; Sam Harbison; Karen Beach; Peter Cole
Tungumál
English
Útgefið
2026-06-30
Prent takmörkun á líftíma
100
Prent takmörkun
2
Afritunar takmörkun
2

Kaflar

  • Cover
  • Half Title
  • Title
  • Copyright
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • In Memoriam
  • Author Biographies
  • 1 The structure of matter
  • 1.1 Introduction
  • 1.2 The atom
  • 1.3 The structure of the atom
  • 1.4 Elements and atomic number
  • 1.5 Isotopes and mass number
  • 1.6 Ancient and modern theories
  • 2 Radioactivity and radiation
  • 2.1 Introduction
  • 2.2 Alpha, beta and gamma radiation
  • 2.3 Electronvolt
  • 2.4 The mechanism of radioactive decay
  • 2.5 Natural radioactive series
  • 2.6 Induced radioactivity
  • 2.7 Radioactive decay
  • 2.8 The unit of radioactivity
  • 2.9 Nuclide chart
  • 2.10 Interaction of radiation with matter
  • 2.11 Penetrating powers of nuclear radiations
  • 3 Radiation units
  • 3.1 Absorption of energy
  • 3.2 Ionization
  • 3.3 Absorbed dose
  • 3.4 Equivalent dose
  • 3.5 Effective dose
  • 3.6 Submultiples
  • 3.7 Dose rate
  • 3.8 Flux
  • 3.9 Relationship of units
  • 3.10 International radiation symbols
  • 4 Biological effects of radiation
  • 4.1 Introduction
  • 4.2 Basic human physiology
  • 4.3 Cell biology
  • 4.4 Interaction of radiation with cells
  • 4.5 Tissue reactions
  • 4.6 Stochastic effects: Cancer induction
  • 4.7 Stochastic effects: Heritable
  • 4.8 Detriment
  • 4.9 Radiation hormesis
  • 5 Natural and man-made radiation
  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Cosmic radiation
  • 5.3 Radiation from terrestrial sources
  • 5.4 Naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM)
  • 5.5 Radioactivity in the body
  • 5.6 Summary of doses from natural radiation
  • 5.7 Man-made radiation exposure
  • 5.8 Summary of current sources of radiation
  • 6 The system of radiological protection
  • 6.1 The role of the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP)
  • 6.2 The 2007 Recommendations of the International Commission on Radiological Protection (Publication 103)
  • 6.3 Recommended dose limits
  • 6.4 Planned exposure situations
  • 6.5 Emergency exposure situations
  • 6.6 Existing exposure situations
  • 7 Radiation detection and measurement
  • 7.1 General principles
  • 7.2 Ionization of a gas
  • 7.3 Solid-state detectors
  • 7.4 Activation effect
  • 7.5 Pulse counting systems
  • 7.6 Maintenance, testing and calibration of radiation-monitoring instrumentation
  • 8 The external radiation hazard
  • 8.1 Source of the hazard
  • 8.2 Time
  • 8.3 Distance
  • 8.4 Shielding
  • 8.5 Neutron sources
  • 8.6 Personal dose control
  • 8.7 Survey monitoring
  • 8.8 Personnel monitoring equipment
  • 8.9 Radiation records
  • 9 The internal radiation hazard
  • 9.1 Uncontained radioactivity
  • 9.2 Routes of entry
  • 9.3 Assessment of dose
  • 9.4 Control of the contamination hazard
  • 9.5 Radiotoxicity and laboratory classifications
  • 9.6 Design of areas for radioactive work
  • 9.7 Treatment of contaminated personnel
  • 9.8 Contamination monitoring
  • 9.9 Personal monitoring
  • 10 Practical health physics techniques
  • 10.1 Basic techniques
  • 10.2 Analysis techniques
  • 10.3 Leak testing of radioactive sealed sources
  • 11 Legislation and regulations related to radiation protection
  • 11.1 Introduction
  • 11.2 International standards
  • 11.3 UK legislation
  • 11.4 Environmental regulatory framework in the UK
  • 11.5 Transport of radioactive material
  • 11.6 Summary of the UK regulatory framework
  • 11.7 The Euratom directive
  • 11.8 Brief summary of international guidance and regulations in other countries
  • 12 Safety and risk assessment
  • 12.1 Introduction
  • 12.2 Risk assessments
  • 12.3 Probabilistic risk assessments
  • 12.4 Uncertainty, sensitivity and acceptability
  • 12.5 Risk perception and communication
  • 13 Radiation protection in the non-nuclear industry
  • 13.1 Introduction
  • 13.2 X-rays
  • 13.3 Sealed sources
  • 13.4 Unsealed sources
  • 13.5 Naturally occurring radioactive materials
  • 14 Radiation protection in medicine
  • 14.1 Applications
  • 14.2 General principles and organization
  • 14.3 Diagnostic procedures
  • 14.4 Radiotherapy
  • 14.5 Nuclear medicine
  • 14.6 Control and disposal of radioactive materials
  • 15 Radiation protection in the nuclear industry
  • 15.1 Introduction
  • 15.2 Fission
  • 15.3 Basic features of reactor systems
  • 15.4 Different reactor systems
  • 15.5 Refuelling reactors
  • 15.6 Radiation hazards from reactors
  • 15.7 Fuel storage ponds
  • 15.8 The nuclear fuel cycle
  • 15.9 Safety analysis of nuclear facilities
  • 16 Radioactive waste and the decommissioning of radioactive facilities
  • 16.1 Introduction
  • 16.2 Radioactive liquid waste
  • 16.3 Radioactive gaseous waste
  • 16.4 Radioactive solid waste
  • 16.5 Radiological environmental impact of releases
  • 16.6 Decommissioning of radioactive facilities
  • 16.7 Transport of radioactive material
  • 16.8 Regulations
  • 17 Radiation protection in space
  • 17.1 Introduction
  • 17.2 Radiation in the space environment
  • 17.3 Radiation exposure on manned space missions
  • 17.4 Radiological challenges on manned space missions
  • 18 Radiological incidents and emergencies
  • 18.1 Introduction
  • 18.2 International nuclear and radiological event scale
  • 18.3 Loss of shielding
  • 18.4 Spillage of radioactivity
  • 18.5 Major releases from nuclear facilities
  • 18.6 Radioactive sources in space
  • 18.7 Uncontrolled criticality
  • 18.8 Pre-planning for emergencies
  • 19 The organization and administration of radiation protection services
  • 19.1 The overall process
  • 19.2 Standards and regulations
  • 19.3 Design and operation
  • 19.4 Review and audit
  • 19.5 The health physics organization
  • 19.6 Documents and reports
  • 19.7 Training
  • Appendix A: List of elements
  • Appendix B: Relationship of units
  • Appendix C: Answers to numerical questions
  • Bibliography
  • Index