Modeling and Measurement of Electromagnetic Fields Near LORAN-C and OMEGA Stations
Abstract
For the past few years, there has been a concern about radiation emitting devices and adverse non-thermal health effects. The Coast Guard, as a user of some of those devices, shares this concern and has taken steps to protect our personnel. One important step is the recently completed Loran/Omega Radiation Study. Accordingly, additional studies are planned for Coast Guard cutters/boats. There are other electromagnetic radiation sources in the Coast Guard that should be identified for similar risk assessment. Commandant (G-CSP) initiated and monitored the study for Commandant (G-N) and in coordination with Commandant (G-T). Of primary concern to the program manager was the lack of radiation exposure and field intensity data necessary to answer health risk questions and to assess the potential operational impact of several proposed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) radiation exposure standards. The study included a representative sample of Loran units and both Omega units; exposure profiles at other Loran stations were developed by modeling and are included in the report.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 15, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA195288
Entities
People
- Paul C. Gailey