Section 4-3. Action and limit values for electromagnetic fields

Action and limit values for exposure to electromagnetic fields are laid down in Annexes 5, 6 and 7.
Exposure may exceed the limit values if the exposure takes place in connection with installation, testing, use, development, maintenance or research related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment for patients in the health sector, on condition of the following:
  1. a.
    the risk assessment shows that the limit values have been exceeded,
  2. b.
    all technical and organisational measures have been implemented,
  3. c.
    circumstances warrant exceeding the limit values,
  4. d.
    the special nature of the work site, work equipment or work method has been taken into account and,
  5. e.
    the employer can demonstrate that the employees continue to be protected against exposure to health hazards and safety risks, including ensuring that the equipment manufacturer’s instructions for safe use have been adhered to.
The exposure may exceed the limit values temporarily in certain sectors or in connection with certain activities not comprised by the second paragraph, if the following has been met:
  1. a.
    the risk assessment shows that the limit values have been exceeded,
  2. b.
    all technical and organisational measures have been implemented,
  3. c.
    the special nature of the work site, work equipment or work method has been taken into account and,
  4. d.
    the employer can demonstrate that the employees continue to be protected against exposure to health hazards and safety risks, including by using comparable, more specific and internationally recognised standards and guidelines.