An Introduction to Radiation Protection (Hardcover)
Language: English
Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd, London, 2026
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Hardcover. The eighth edition of this highly readable book continues to cover the technical principles underlying the control of radiation hazards, radiation detection and measurement and the biological effects of radiation, followed by a consideration of radiation protection issues in the nuclear, non-nuclear and medical fields. Further specialized topics include safety and risk assessment, waste management and decommissioning of nuclear and radiation facilities, radiological emergencies and relevant legislation and organizational issues.Key FeaturesEssential reading introduces all aspects of radiation protection in a single bookAccessible and concise highly structured text supplemented by clear diagrams and photographs, summary sections and revision questions, suitable for the beginner and more advanced radiation practitionerUp to date convenient one stop shop, reflecting current national and international recommendations and requirementsNew to this edition radiation protection in space exploration and travelOnline supplements including an image library and sample lectures with worked examplesAn accessible account of the nature of the hazards presented by ionizing radiations and the methods of protection against such hazards, the book remains the ideal introductory text for those new to the field, and for the non-specialist, and a useful ready reference for more experienced radiation protection professionals. This eighth edition continues to cover the technical principles underlying the control of radiation hazards, radiation detection and measurement and the biological effects of radiation.The book is an ideal introductory text for those new to the field, for the non-specialist, and a useful reference for more experienced professionals. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…
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- Title
- An Introduction to Radiation Protection (Hardcover)
- Author
- Alan Martin
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd, London
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- new
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1041098537
- ISBN 13
- 9781041098539
The eighth edition of this highly readable book continues to cover the technical principles underlying the control of radiation hazards, radiation detection and measurement and the biological effects of radiation, followed by a consideration of radiation protection issues in the nuclear, non-nuclear and medical fields. Further specialized topics include safety and risk assessment, waste management and decommissioning of nuclear and radiation facilities, radiological emergencies and relevant legislation and organizational issues.
Key Features
- Essential reading – introduces all aspects of radiation protection in a single book
- Accessible and concise – highly structured text supplemented by clear diagrams and photographs, summary sections and revision questions, suitable for the beginner and more advanced radiation practitioner
- Up to date – convenient ‘one stop shop’, reflecting current national and international recommendations and requirements
- New to this edition – radiation protection in space exploration and travel
- Online supplements – including an image library and sample lectures with worked examples
An accessible account of the nature of the hazards presented by ionizing radiations and the methods of protection against such hazards, the book remains the ideal introductory text for those new to the field, and for the non-specialist, and a useful ready reference for more experienced radiation protection professionals.
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About the Author
Alan Martin formerly ran the consultancy Alan Martin Associates, UK
Sam Harbison was formerly Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Nuclear Installations and Director of Nuclear Safety, Health & Safety Executive, UK
Karen Beach is a consultant lecturer in radiation protection and a Radiation Protection Advisor, UK
The late Peter Cole was Radiation Protection Advisor and Professor in the Department of Physics, University of Liverpool and was a past President of the Society of Radiation Protection and the Association of University Radiation Protection Officers, UK
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