RE: Dirty Bomb Rescue Worker

[alstonchris@netscape.net]

Yes, here it is, from the EPA's Protective Action Guide.  Note that NCRP 138 (?) recommends fifty (50) rem.



>Hi Catherine

>

>You're quite right, the 25 rem figure represents a "dose limit".  However, note that doses greater than 25 rem are allowed (recommended?) on this condition: "only on a voluntary basis to persons fully aware of the risks involved". This is all from Table 2-2 of the PAG Manual.

>

>Cheers

>cja

>

>Catherine wrote:

>I believe that the EPA says first responders are "allowed" to receive doses

>of up to 25 rem [lifesaving] for one incident, not that they should "expect" them.

>

>

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