This book is essential reading for medical physicists in radiation protection, diagnostic radiology and nuclear medicine, as well as radiographers and technologists due to changes in global dosimetry requirements. Additionally, it presents guidelines for medical physicists and others using radiation.

Requirements for monitoring radiation dose -- Dosemeters available -- Nuclear medicine -- Dosimetry for personnel working with x-ray equipment -- Use of x-rays in diagnostic and interventional radiology -- Radiotherapy -- Risk assessments to predict likely personal doses -- Managing personal monitoring.