This book provides a theoretical and philosophical evaluation of why ethics matters for radiation protection, considering ethical questions such as harm, acceptability of risks, intention and the burden of proof. This includes a comprehensive introduciton to ethical theory, a discussion of the morally relevantaspects of actions linked to radiation exposure and an evaluation of radiation protection principles (including the latest ICRP recommendations) against ethical theory. A central thesis of the book is that ethics can be a tool to help improve the assessment and management of risks, illustrating the interactionbetween science, policy and values, and offering practical advice on risk evaluation for scientists, authorities and regulators. showing why the size of the dose is not the only thing that matters when judging acceptability of radiation risks INDICE: 1. Ethical issues in radiation protection. 2. Social issues in radiation protection. 3. Risk perception: Psychometric paradigm. 4. Risk communicaiton. 5. Public and stakeholder participation. 6. Worker rights: environmental justice. 7. Environmental protection: Non-human species. 8. Dealing with uncertainties: Precautionary principle. 9. Legal aspects: Liability and compensation. 10. Economics: Putting a price on non-monetary values USA.
- ISBN: 978-0-08-045014-8
- Editorial: Pergamon
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 200
- Fecha Publicación: 01/01/2008
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés