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6 February 2019
NCRP Publishes Report No. 180 on Exposure to Ionizing Radiation

The National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) is proud to announce the publication of Report No. 180: Management of Exposure to Ionizing Radiation: Radiation Protection Guidance for the United States (2018) as a tool for those responsible for implementing radiation protection programs and developing regulations in the United States.

Key points for radiation protection in this guidance include:

  • The best protection guidelines are flexible and reflect current circumstances.
  • New topics are addressed that have emerged in the last 25 years.
  • Medical use, stakeholder engagement, ethical values, and safety culture are included and emphasized.

More information on NCRP Report No. 180 can be found on the NCRP website, including an overview of intended audiences, strategy for the report, new topics, and the culture of radiation protection. You can purchase a copy of the report in the shop area of the NCRP website.