In Illinois, the use of ionizing radiation sources is regulated by the Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety. The following dose limits are taken from their regulations.
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Annual
Occupational Limits
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Adults
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Minors
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| Total
Effective Dose Equivalent (TEDE)
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or 50,000 mrem |
or 5,000 mrem |
| Lens of Eye (LDE) | 15,000 mrem | 1,500 mrem |
| Skin of Whole Body (SDE,WB) | 50,000 mrem | 5,000 mrem |
| Extremities (SDE,ME) | 50,000 mrem | 5,000 mrem |
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Other
Applicable Limits
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| Dose to Embryo/Fetus (declared pregnancies) - 500 mrem | ||
| Members of the Public - 100 mrem | ||
| Unrestricted Areas - 2 mrem in any one hour. | ||
Additional information regarding dose limits can be found in Chapter 11 of the UIC Radiation Safety Manual.