SOLAS VIII - Nuclear Ship Crew Radiation Dose
Annual crew radiation dose tracking against ICRP/IAEA limits for nuclear-powered merchant ships.
Cumulative dose
3.600mSv
Annual limit
20mSv
Compliance
Within limit
Formula, assumptions, and limits
D in mSv, d in microsieverts per day, t in days. ICRP and IAEA Safety Standards specify 20 mSv per year averaged over 5 years for radiation workers (with 50 mSv max in any one year), 1 mSv per year for general public including passengers and non-radiation crew. Personal dosimeters required for radiation workers; environmental monitoring for non-radiation crew.
Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumulative dose | mSv | computed | |
| Daily dose rate | uSv/day | dosimeter | |
| Days on board | days | roster |