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Radiation Safety
Why Tissue Equivalence Matters in Dose Measurement: Understanding Detector Response and Accuracy
October 30, 2025
The closer a dosimeter’s response stays to tissue equivalence, the more accurate, consistent, and trustworthy the dose measurement – and…
Why Depletion Handling Defines Dosimetry Accuracy
October 23, 2025
Accurate personnel dosimetry isn’t just about detector material, it’s about how you handle depletion. This article explores how BeO and…
Webster Calculations Explained: Cutting Through Confusion to Improve Dose Accuracy and Compliance
October 20, 2025
Webster calculations provide a practical way to accurately estimate effective dose equivalent (EDE) when lead aprons create non-uniform radiation fields.…
ORA™ OSL Ring: The First US-Made BeO Extremity Ring
September 5, 2025
Discover the ORA™ OSL Ring: the first US-made BeO and NVLAP-accredited extremity dosimeter (Lab Code 100512-0), offering unmatched accuracy, wearability,…
How to Choose the Right Personal Radiation Monitor
September 1, 2025
Explore which personal radiation monitor is most effective for specific settings so you can feel confident choosing monitoring technology for…
Summer Fade: How Heat Makes Dosimeters Forget Your Dose
August 26, 2025
Summer heat doesn’t just make you sweat – it can also cause your radiation dosimeter to “forget” your dose and…
The Hidden Risks of Delayed Radiation Dose Feedback in Hospitals
June 4, 2025
In high-exposure environments like the cardiac catheterization (cath) lab, visibility into occupational radiation dose isn’t just about regulatory compliance –…
Optimizing Dose Monitoring for Traveling Employees
May 8, 2025
Traditionally, airport security has relied on X-ray machines and metal detectors, though they have limitations in detecting non-metallic threats. CT…
When Is an X-Ray Badge Required?
May 6, 2025
Understand the importance of an X-ray badge in various occupational settings and how radiation monitoring safeguards employees, companies, and the…
Best Practices for Wearing and Maintaining an X-Ray Badge
April 11, 2025
Discover the essential tips and guidelines for properly wearing and maintaining your x ray badge to ensure accurate radiation exposure…