Non-ionizing radiation measurements

The Icelandic Radiation Safety Authority has the following measuring equipment to measure non-ionizing radiation:

• NARDA ELT 400 which measures magnetic fields from 1-400 kHz.
  Among other things, it is suitable for measuring magnetic fields from transformer stations and from the electrical system in homes.

• NARDA NBM 520  with EF probe that measures electric fields from 100 kHz to 6 GHz.
  Among other things, it is suitable for measuring transmissions from mobile phone transmitters.

The above meters are regularly sent for calibration abroad.

The institution collects a fee for measurements of the electromagnetic field according to the tariff established by the ministry.

Other meters are:

• A meter for measuring radiation in tanning beds

• A meter to measure the concentration of a solution

• A meter for measuring electric fields at low frequencies

• A meter on the roof of the Radiation Safety Authority building that monitors ultraviolet radiation