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Regulations
About the regulations in English date_desc Some of the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority’s regulations (SSMFS) are available in English. The translations are unofficial versions of the Authority’s regulations. In the event of any discrepancy between the Swedish and English versions, the Swedish original will take precedence. The Authority's regulations in Swedish...
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Placing orders and terms of payment
If you need a calibration, call or send us an email and we will agree on a calibration time. After that we will send you a confirmation e-mail with the technical details of the calibration.
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The sun and sunbeds
Many Swedes enjoy spending time in the sun and getting a suntan. However, strong sunlight has its disadvantages. Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in Sweden, and the incidence of skin cancer is quickly increasing. Root causes are deemed to be increased exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun and use of tanning salons and sunbeds.
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Nuclear power
Nuclear power currently represents approximately 30 per cent of Sweden’s national power supply. There are three nuclear power plants in the country, with a total of six reactors in operation. These NPPs are the Forsmark, Oskarshamn and Ringhals plants. The Forsmark NPP has three reactors in operation. The Oskarshamn NPP shut down two of its three reactors in 2017. The Ringhals NPP shut down...
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Radioactive waste
Radioactive waste is generated in activities where radioactive substances are used. The largest amount is generated in Swedish nuclear power plants. Some of the radioactive waste comes from other activities involving radiation, such as healthcare, research and industrial operations. Radioactive waste is generated, for example, when end-of-life fire detectors have to be disposed of, in...
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Lasers
Laser is an intense light source used in various fields, including industrial material processing, research, measuring instruments, and medical and cosmetic treatments. Laser technology is also used in light shows at concerts and events. Powerful laser beams can be harmful to the eyes and skin and must be handled with caution.
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Magnetic fields and wireless technology
Magnetic fields arise around electrical devices and near power lines. Mobile phones, wireless computer networks and baby monitors are just a few examples of wireless technology that uses radio waves.
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Transport
Radioactive materials are used in fields such as healthcare, research, nuclear power and other industries and must be transported safely. The transport of radioactive materials within Sweden's borders, as well as the import and export of radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel to and from Sweden, are important aspects of their management. The requirements for these transports depend on...
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National Metrology Laboratory
The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority runs the National Metrology Laboratory for ionising radiation and maintains the national secondary standards for the dosimetric quantities of kerma, absorbed dose and dose equivalent.
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Areas
The Swedish Radiation Safety Authority has a mandate from the Swedish Government within the areas of nuclear safety, radiation protection and nuclear non-proliferation. The Authority works proactively and preventively in order to protect people and the environment from the undesirable effects of radiation, now and in the future.
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