Associate Safety Professional Practice Exam

Which of the following is NOT a method for controlling employee exposure to radiation?

1. Extending the time of exposure

2. Increasing distance from the source

3. Using appropriate shielding

4. Reducing time of exposure

The correct answer is: Extending the time of exposure

The correct answer is that extending the time of exposure is not a method for controlling employee exposure to radiation. In fact, exposing individuals to radiation for a longer period increases their risk of exposure and potential harm. To control exposure to radiation effectively, practices focus on minimizing the time spent near a radiation source, maximizing distance from it, and using materials or barriers that provide appropriate shielding. These methods are rooted in the principles of radiation protection, which aim to reduce the dose received by individuals. By reducing the time of exposure, increasing distance from the source, and implementing shielding techniques, you decrease the potential for harmful effects associated with radiation exposure. In contrast, extending the time of exposure directly contradicts these protective measures and would not be considered a safe or effective practice in radiation safety management.