The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has proposed one of the most consequential changes to federal radiation protection regulations in decades. On July 1, 2026, the NRC announced a proposed rule that would replace the longstanding regulatory principle of keeping occupational and public radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable, commonly Read more
Radiation safety goes beyond simply meeting regulatory limits. The concept known as ALARA, or As Low As Reasonably Achievable, is the foundation of modern radiation protection. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission defines ALARA as making every reasonable effort to maintain exposures far below dose limits, consistent with the purpose of the Read more
Introduction The use of radioactive material, radiation-producing machines, and nuclear technologies play a huge role in our lives everyday. There are countless uses for these technologies in our society, and some that you may not be thinking of. Every company that uses radioactive materials, radiation-producing machines, or nuclear technologies must Read more
Introduction Radiation and nuclear material are essential tools across industries—from medical imaging to industrial radiography to nuclear power. While the benefits are significant, the risks of mishandling radioactive materials are equally serious. To protect workers, the public, and the environment, federal and state regulators such as the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Read more