OFFICIAL SITE OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEYNonionizing Radiation
Registration of RF and Microwave Heaters, Sealers and Industrial Ovens
In 1984, the New Jersey Commission on Radiation Protection promulgated N.J.A.C. 7:28-42, which addressed public exposure to radiofrequency devices. Pursuant to N.J.A.C.7:28-48, the Department has a registration program for radiofrequency heaters, sealers and industrial ovens which operate within a frequency range of 300 kilohertz (“kHz”) to 100 Gigahertz (“GHz”).
RF and Microwave Heaters, Sealers and Industrial Ovens – Registration Form
Radiofrequency Protection Limits
All stationary (fixed) sources of radiofrequency and microwave radiation between the frequencies of 300 kilohertz and 100 Gigahertz must comply with the limits specified in N.J.A.C. 7:28-42. This excludes the intentional exposure of patients for the purposes of diagnosis, treatment or investigation for the prevention or control of disease.
Mercury Vapor Lamps
Indoor and outdoor facilities that use mercury vapor lamps for illumination must follow the requirements specified in N.J.A.C. 7:28-41.
Additional Information
Quick Links have been created to provide easy access to information on radiofrequency (RF) and electromagnetic field (EMF) sources.
60 Hertz Power lines (EMFs)
Magnetic fields from power lines are not regulated by any federal or state agency. If you wish to have magnetic field measurements made, contact the electric utility owning the transmission or distribution line of interest. Refer to the information provided in the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences booklet in order to interpret your readings.
Find additional information at the following links:
Cell Phone Towers
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | 1-888-CALL-FCC |
http://www.fcc.gov/guides/human-exposure-rf-fields-guidelines-cellular-and-pcs-sites
Other Communications Sources
Radio and TV Broadcasting Towers, Satellite Earth Station Antennas, Microwave Towers, Two-way Antennas, Radar and Amateur Radio, electromagnetic interference complaints
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | 1-888-CALL-FCC |
Cell Phones
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Federal Communications Commission (FCC) | 1-888-CALL-FCC |
| Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shares regulatory responsibilities for cell phones with FCC. FCC certifies wireless devices, and all phones sold in the US must comply with FCC guidelines on radiofrequency (RF) exposure. FDA has authority to take action if cell phones are shown to emit RF energy at a level hazardous to the user.
http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/radio-frequency-safety
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs193/en/
http://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/cellphones/index.cfm
Tanning Beds
| State Agency Responsible: | NJ Department of Health | 609-826-4941 |
Microwave Ovens
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
FDA has a performance standard for manufacturers of microwave ovens. Information regarding microwave ovens from the FDA. For questions regarding radiation leakage, it is best to call the oven manufacturer.
Laser Pointers
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
Lasing aircraft is a federal offense and falls under the shared jurisdiction of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and local law enforcement officials. To report an event, click here.
General laser pointer info:
Consumer Safety Alert: Internet Sales of Laser Products
Laser Light Shows
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
Owners need to obtain a variance for Class 3b and Class 4.
Mercury Vapor and Metal Halide Lamps
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
Report suspected overexposures to FDA.
Medical Use of Nonionizing Radiation
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
FDA regulates the manufacturers of lasers, microwave, ultrasonic and RF sources used in medicine. Two major categories are:
Medical Use of Nonionizing Radiation
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Food and Drug Administration (FDA) | 1-888-INFO-FDA |
FDA regulates the manufacturers of lasers, microwave, ultrasonic and RF sources used in medicine. Two major categories are:
Occupational Exposure to RF and Microwaves
| Federal Agency Responsible: | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) | 1-800-321-OSHA |