Critical Group in Radiation Hygiene

A critical group in radiation hygiene is a group of people in the population who, due to their living conditions, age or health status, are at greatest risk of radiation exposure. This group includes people who work in industrial or scientific settings that involve radiation, as well as children, pregnant women, the elderly and people in poor health.

The critical group is most exposed to radiation because it is in the area of ​​radiation or may be exposed to it as a result of an accident or incident. For example, workers in radioactive production or nuclear research are in direct contact with sources of radiation and may be exposed to significant radiation exposure. Children and pregnant women are also at risk, as they may be exposed to radiation through their mother's milk or through contact with radioactive materials.

Various measures are taken to protect the critical group from radiation, including the use of special protective suits, restriction of access to hazardous objects and radiation sources, and training of personnel in working with radiation materials and safety measures. It is also important to conduct regular medical examinations and monitoring of background radiation levels to identify possible health problems among members of the critical group.

In general, the critical group in radiation hygiene requires special attention and protective measures to preserve the health and well-being of people.

A critical group in radiation hygiene is a set of individuals from a given population who are exposed to the greatest radiation risk due to their living conditions, age and health status. Studying such groups is essential for developing measures to protect the population from the negative effects of radiation, such as medical procedures, radiation leaks or accidents at nuclear facilities.