A RADIOBIOLOGY GUIDE. PART II

Part II of the USAF Radiobiology Guide examines the practical aspects of radiation protection and radiological health. The following topics are treated: biological effects of radiation, monitoring instruments and techniques, health physics, radiation exposure control, facility design, protective devices, decontamination, permissible doses, emergency procedures, medical treatment of radiation injury, handling and shipping radioactive material, and disposal of radioactive waste. Both military and nonmilitary sources were used in compiling this volume. A typical radiological laboratory has been assumed, and discussions have been directed oe its requirements relating to radiation protection. A detailed fable of radioisotope data also is included. (auth)