Direct Testimony of Thomas M. Hildebrand - Consumer Advocate ...
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Electric And Magnetic Field (tMk) Kaaiation Trom rower Lines I<br />
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About seven states set standards for the width <strong>of</strong> right-<strong>of</strong>-ways under high-voltage<br />
transmission lines because <strong>of</strong> potential for electric shock.<br />
What you can do to protect yourself<br />
People concerned about possible health risks from power lines can reduce their exposure by:<br />
* Increasing the distance between you and the source - The greater the distance<br />
between you and the power lines the more you reduce your exposure.<br />
Limiting the time spent around the source - Limit the time you spend near power<br />
lines to reduce your exposure.<br />
Resources<br />
Ca I ifor n i_a_ Electric grid Ma netkc. Fields Pros ra m EF!T@is;c@iw<br />
2006 - California Department <strong>of</strong> Health Services.<br />
This page is about find a rational and fair approach to dealing with the potential risks, if<br />
any, <strong>of</strong> exposure to EMF.<br />
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E I e ct ro m agn e t ic Fi ell&<br />
2006 - World Health Organization (WHO)<br />
This page provides information about electromagnetic fields, answers to frequent<br />
questions, international research projects, and links to additional resources.<br />
EMF QuestBns a.nd Answers<br />
2002 - U.S. National Institutes <strong>of</strong> Health, National Institute <strong>of</strong> Environmental Health<br />
Sciences<br />
This document provides basic information about electromagnetic fields, health effects<br />
research, existing national and international standards and recommendations, and<br />
answers to frequent questions, and related links.