Solutions: Radiofrequency (RF) and Infrared (IR) Radiation
Potential Hazard
- Possible employee exposure to radiofrequency (RF) radiation.
- RF is associated with the use of
induction heating.
- RF can be emitted from
backside metallization.
- Possible employee exposure to radiofrequency infrared (IR) radiation.
- IR radiation is emitted from the molten
material.
- IR radiation can be emitted from the
furnace.
Possible Solutions
- Identify RF and IR hazards; perform exposure evaluations when applicable.
- Enclose
operations involving RF and/or IR emissions; provide shielding as necessary.
- Provide
PPE [29 CFR 1910 Subpart I] as
appropriate during operations when exposure is necessary.
- Implement RF/IR radiation safety programs to further identify and control
RF/IR hazards.
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