إعلام الجمهور بمخاطر الإشعاع أثناء الطوارئ النووية و الإشعاعية

Abstract EN

This article summarizes basic radiation protection aspects, which are important for risk communication to the public in the case of radiation/nuclear accidents or radiological attacks.

The present system of radiation protection quantities and units, as well as the associated terminology, is complicated for those who are not professionally engaged in the field, but who need to have some basic understanding of how to protect themselves and others against the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.

Emphasis is placed on the education and training of the general public in order to acquire some basic understanding of radiation protection.

This is important for achieving better cooperation and coordination between the public and the first responders, as well as, relevant authorities and stakeholders during radiation or nuclear emergency situations.

The main goal is the minimization of the consequences of such events in terms of personal exposure and the radioactive contamination of the environment.