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Mobile phone monitoringThis section contains information on the health issues raised by mobile phone technology and how we will be monitoring emissions from mobile phone masts in Oxford. Topics covered in this section are as follows:
Electromagnetic waves and radiation
Electromagnetic fields are present everywhere in our environment, from both natural sources and manmade sources such as mobile phones.
How does a mobile phone work
Summary of how mobile phones work.
Effects of radiofrequencies
Summary of the effects of radiofrequencies on human health.
Controlling levels of exposure
The control of exposure to the public is governed by the provisions of the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Management of the Health and Safety and Work Regulations 1999.
Monitoring radiation
We have undertaken a joint project with Vodafone whereby radiation from an existing mast in the Blackbird Leys area of the city will be monitored.
Further information
Links to useful websites concerning the health implications of mobile phones and masts. Page last reviewed 14 Apr 2008 Copyright © Oxford City Council 2008 
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