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post-grant testing of a cell phone, FCC takes into account any
measurement uncertainty to determine whether regulatory action is
appropriate. This approach ensures that when FCC takes regulatory action,
it will have a sound, defensible scientific basis.
FDA scientific staff reviewed the methodology used by FCC to measure
cell phone RF, and agreed it is an acceptable approach, given our current
understanding of the risks presented by cellular phone RF emissions.
RF emissions from cellular phones have not been shown to present a risk of
injury to the user when the measured SAR is less than the safety limits set
by FCC (an SAR of 1.6 w/kg). Even in a case where the maximum
measurement uncertainty permitted by current measurement standards
was added to the maximum permissible SAR, the resulting SAR value
would be well below any level known to produce an acute effect.
Consequently, FCC's approach with measurement uncertainty will not
result in consumers being exposed to any known risk from the RF emitted
by cellular telephones.
FDA will continue to monitor studies and literature reports concerning acute
effects of cell phone RF, and concerning chronic effects of long-term
exposure to cellular telephone RF (that is, the risks from using a cell phone
for many years). If new information leads FDA to believe that a change to
FCC's measurement policy may be appropriate, FDA will contact FCC and
both agencies will work together to develop a mutually-acceptable
approach.
Updated July 29, 2003
Where can I find more information?
Visit the Nokia web site for more information on SAR values, radio wave
emissions, cellular networks, bio-electromagnetics research, and links to
governmental, industry, and scientific sites around the world. Go to
www.nokia.com/corporateresponsibility and select the EMF & Health tab.
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