Alternative goals and policy mechanisms for radiation protection.

摘要

For decades, radiation protection philosophy and practice have been the domain of professionals trained in the physical and medical sciences. Radiation protection policy was formulated and implemented largely without consultation with or participation by other professional disciplines or the general public. Although, from a public health standpoint, past radiation protection efforts have worked well, there are growing signs that the public has lost confidence in the radiation risk management system as currently configured. This paper draws on perspectives of political science, social psychology, economics, and decision analysis to analyze the limitations of the current radiation protection regime and to suggest alternatives for enhancing public trust and improving efficacy.