Radiation in the Workplace Radiation in the Workplace You are probably familiar with a few uses of radiation, like x-rays and nuclear power. Radiation is a tool that is used for great benefit to our society. But radiation can be harmful if it isn't controlled. In this week's Tail Gate Safety Topic , we discuss what radiation is, its hazards, and what you should know if you work where radiation is used.
Many people think radiation is some type of chemical or gas.
There are many types of radiation. Some types of energy can be seen or felt, such as visible light and infrared radiation. Some types cannot be detected without special equipment. Ionizing radiation cannot be seen or felt. It must be detected with special equipment.