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Radiation Protection

How can I obtain DCGLs?

Methods for deriving DCGLs are outside the scope of MARSSIM. Consult the appropriate regulatory agency personnel or documents for methods used to develop DCGL values.

For more information on the MARSSIM process, visit Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM).

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