Textbook Of Radiological Safety

The book consists of 19 chapters and number of figures and tables for easy understanding. The book addresses fundamental concepts, radiation biology, radiation protection standards, radiation hazards and evaluation, disposal of radioactive waste, transport of radioactive material, radiation regulation, radiation emergencies and medical management and emergency response plans and preparedness. Planning a radiation facility, quality assurance, shielding calculation and model layout plans are also given in much detail. For easy understanding, the above information is given under separate headings: Diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation therapy.