As assistant director of this nationally recognized and respected agency, I am extremely proud of our numerous accomplishments. We will continue to seek ways to improve our programs, procedures and technology for the benefit of New Jersey citizens. We always welcome your questions and comments concerning our efforts to protect the citizens of New Jersey and the environment. We also are interested in receiving your comments about the information provided on our Web site. Please contact us via the address and telephone numbers listed under General Information.
Radiation is part of everyday life.
X-ray machines or radioactive materials are used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes by physicians, dentists and other medical practitioners. X-ray machines and radioactive materials also are used at public and private laboratories for a variety of industrial, engineering and commercial applications. Radioactive materials are even used in some household products, such as smoke detectors. At nuclear power stations, nuclear reactors produce steam to generate electricity. While the citizens of New Jersey receive many benefits from its use, radiation can also harm humans if uncontrolled or used improperly.