The purpose of this standard is to specify technical performance requirements and performance testing requirements for those purchasing and using non-alarming personal emergency radiation detectors (PERDs) for Homeland Security and other radiological emergency applications.

The scope of this standard is to establish minimum performance criteria and test requirements for nonalarming radiation detectors used to manage the exposure of emergency responders to photon radiation. The detectors shall provide rapid and clear indication of the level of radiation exposure. Emergency responders include fire services, law enforcement, and medical services. Other possible users include critical infrastructure key resources (CIKR) such as heavy equipment, transportation, and utility personnel and members of the public who may be involved in emergency situations. PERDs can be of two types, either alarming electronic or non-alarming. Both types...

The purpose of this standard is to specify technical performance requirements and performance testing requirements for non-alarming personal emergency radiation detectors (PERDs) for Homeland Security and other radiological emergency applications.