Maximum Permissible Dose Equivalent (MPD)

1 Rem

0.01 Sv or 10 mSv

1000 mRem × N or 10 mSv ×N

Cumulative worker dose formula. N = worker age 18<

Maximum permissible dose equivalent (MPD)

Used to keep the occupationally exposed individuals well below a level which adverse effect are likely to be observed during the lifetime of the radiation worker

0.5 Rem or 5 mSv

Whole body non-occupational worker dose

5 Rem or 50 mSv

Whole body occupational worker dose

5 Rem

the maximum yearly dose of a technologist.

Non-occupational worker

Anyone not directly involved in a procedure. Dose is limited 1/10 the limit of occupational workers.

Although risks are low

Risks increase with the dose received. Therefore, one should always observe ALARA.