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EMF Testing Service Sunshine Coast. We test for EMR and EMF (electromagnetic radiation & electromagnetic field) exposure at SE QLD Sunshine Coast locations.
A site visit, survey and report on survey results on RF/ELF/EMF/EMR levels around / in your home or workplace on the Sunshine Coast costs from $500. We can advise on mitigating risk and offer options to reduce exposure and increase protection.
Should I be concerned about EMF or EMR?
EMR and EMF is invisible to humans and for most of us, unless we are hyper sensitive, it is not easily detectable unless its in the form of or manifests as an illness or disease.
It should be noted that the conditions mentioned in the list below are - individually or collectively - all symptoms of low grade radiation poisoning or radiation sickness. Many people think that feeling a bit average most of the time is normal however its not.
Electromagnetic sensitivity can also trigger a range of allergies and physical responses such as reflexive avoidance (moving away from the source - often when asleep). Thermal increase from device proximity (mobile phones, laptops, tablets) indicates radiation as a rise in temperature.
If your home or workplace radiation levels are above what are considered to be safe you should take serious action to lower EMF / EMR exposure. There are a number of things you can do to achieve optimal health including technical and hardware changes, material additions such as physical shielding, shungite placement, and an appropriate detox regime. Once we test your environment we may be able to make some suggestions, both general and specific, to help you, your family and workplace colleagues.
Children are particularly to susceptible to illness bought on or triggered by radiation proximity as their cell replication is more rapid than that of adults.
What are the symptoms of exposure to EMR / EMF?
Common effects of exposure to radiation include:
Chronic Fatigue
Sleep issues / Insomnia
Irritability
Brain fog
Anxiety / Depression
Tinnitus
Loss of appetite
Anorexia
Gut problems
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Headaches
Rapid heart rate
Dizziness / Vertigo
Disorientation
Skin inflammation
Various Cancers
What is a safe level of EMR - Electromagnetic Radiation exposure?
Over and above 'natural' sources of EMF such as cosmic rays, earth radiation, some experts in the field have suggested that there may be no safe levels of 'man-made' electromagnetic radiation.
Some people are much more sensitive to exposure than others. Most of us will notice sensations such as heat from mobile devices however many report a feeling or even a sound of 'buzzing' from exposure.
Of particular concern is that over time there can be cumulative build up from medium to long term exposure. Though not noticeable at first this can eventually manifest in what is called Tipping Point Exposure. This refers to symptoms that are as result of the cumulative radiation and the triggering of the symptoms which can be quite chronic and serious. You can refer to the list above for these symptoms.
The below table indicates industry set 'safe levels' of radio frequency, magnetic field and electrical field exposure.
EMF Type |
Measuring Units |
RF Radiation |
Volts per meter (V/m), microWatts per square meter (µW/m²) |
Magnetic Fields |
milliGauss (mG), microTesla (µT), Ampere per meter (A/m) |
Electric Fields |
Volts per meter (V/m), |
EMF type |
Daytime limits |
Nighttime limits |
Limits for EHS people |
RF Radiation |
0.2 V/m |
0.06 V/m |
0.02 V/m |
Magnetic Fields (ELF) |
1 mG |
1 mG |
0.1 mG |
Electric Fields (ELF) |
10 V/m |
1.5 V/m |
0.3 V/m |
What is EMF and EMR?
The terms EMR - electromagnetic radiation and EMF are generally interchangeable as they refer to the emission of photons. The terms do not indicate or measure voltage. EMF or EMR (Electromagnetic Fields/Electromagnetic Radiation) are the general names of all types of Electromagnetic radiation. Electromagnetic radiation exists within an electromagnetic field.
We can test for RF/ELF/EMF/EMR exposure around and in your home and workplace on the Sunshine Coast and provide a written report of the survey results - from $500.
Are children are more sensitive to EMR / EMF?
As mentioned, children tend to be more sensitive and vulnerable to the effects of radiation and may be susceptible to illness bought on or triggered by radiation proximity.
Children will sometimes move away from radiation whilst asleep if there is a source nearby (including in an adjacent room) by shuffling down or across the bed. They can sometimes actually fall out of bed as a consequence.
Children are particularly to susceptible to illness bought on or triggered by radiation proximity as their cell replication is more rapid than that of adults. One of the most serious risks is that of childhood cancers particularity Leukemia.
More questions...
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What is an electrical field (EF)?
An electrical field is one part of electromagnetic radiation. An electric field is created when there is a difference in electric potential between 2 points.
The second part of electromagnetic radiation. A Magnetic field is created around an electric wire when an electric current is running via it.
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What is a magnetic field (MF)?
The second part of electromagnetic radiation - a Magnetic field is created around an electric wire when an electric current is running via it.
The electric field (EF) is the other part of electromagnetic radiation. An electric field is created when there is a difference in electric potential between 2 points.
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What is a frequency?
A frequency is the number of times that a certain cycle phenomena occurs in a single second. If for example you are clapping my hands, and you manage to do it 10 times in a single second then the frequency of my action would be 10 Hz. If I manage to do it 10,000 times, then the frequency would be 10,000Hz or 10KHz for short. One way to tell apart different types of electromagnetic radiation is to note the frequency of it. The meaning is to say in which frequency this radiation appears, how many times in one second there is an emission of EMR.
The number of cycles in a second of an electric signal is the signal’s frequency.
1,000 = K = Kilo1,000,000 = M = Mega 1,000,000,000 = G = Giga -
What is 'dirty electricity'?
Dirty Electricity is high-frequency noise that is created by electronic and non-linear electric components. The noise is then being “moved” over the electric wires all around the house. Dirty Electricity is emitted from the electric wires and “covers” all the house. People that are exposed to high levels of Dirty Electricity react in different ways - some experience EHS related symptoms, or neurological symptoms.
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What is Extremely Low Frequency (ELF)?
ELF – Extreme Low Frequency is electromagnetic radiation in extremely low frequency, around the 50 Hz which is emitted from electronic and electric devices, power lines, motors, electric and electronic transformers, electric appliances and more. Its intensity usually decreases significantly after a few meters, but it is very expensive and difficult to block it.
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What is cellular radiation?
Cellular radiation is an RF radiation that is emitted from cellular devices (phones) and base stations (masts).
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What is MW or RF – Microwave radiation or Radio Frequency?
MW or RF – “Microwave radiation” or “Radio Frequencies”
A general name for High-frequency electromagnetic radiation between 0.1 to 300 GHz. This radiation is emitted from all electronic wireless communication devices that are based on radio signals, for example, Radar, TV and radio broadcast, WIFI, wireless phones, mobile phones, Bluetooth, satellite communication, wireless communication systems, wireless point to point systems and more.
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What is Non-ionizing Radiation?
Non-ionizing radiation does not have enough energy to create ions and so has been generally regarded as safe and biologically “harmless”. But we are now learning that there are other ways in which non-ionizing radiation can cause damage to living cells. Non-ionizing radiation is produced by electronics such as cell phones and other wireless devices including baby monitors, cordless phones, and smart appliances. The classification of non-ionizing radiation as universally “safe” in appropriate exposures has been proven to be false, though many still prefer to believe this. Not all forms of non-ionizing radiation are damaging - visible and infrared light are forms of non-ionizing radiation; both of which are important for human health. It's well established that exposure to these forms of light is necessary for optimal health. There is compelling proof that non-ionizing EMFs have the ability to cause great harm to your health.
In the state of Victoria and elsewhere in Australia there are no legal limits to the amount of non-ionising radiation to which workers may be exposed to - there are however exposure limits for ionising radiation.
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What is Ionizing Radiation?
Free radicals can attack the complex and precisely formed molecules of your cell membranes, proteins, stem cells, and mitochondria and convert them to damaged, and in many cases useless, forms. Ionizing radiation can also cause DNA damage. The main types of ionizing radiation are neutrons from radioactive elements like uranium, alpha particles, beta particles, X-rays, and gamma rays. Alpha and beta particles can be stopped by physical barriers, such as a sheet of paper or an aluminum plate so are not particularly dangerous. Neutrons from radioactive elements and X- and gamma rays on the other hand are far more penetrating, and exposure to them can cause serious biological damage.
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What is EMF/EMR (Electromagnetic Fields/Electromagnetic Radiation)?
EMF/EMR(Electromagnetic Fields/Electromagnetic Radiation)
EMR or EMF is a general name of all types of Electromagnetic radiation.
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What is EHS – Electromagnetic Hyper-Sensitivity?
EHS – Electromagnetic HyperSensitivity is a physical condition in which a person can feel Electromagnetic radiation, or when he experiences health and physical symptoms when exposed to different kinds of EMR. About 10% of the population is EHS (only 3% are aware of that). The basic symptoms of EHS are headaches, chronic fatigue, joint pain, memory problems, and more.
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Are children more sensitive to EMR / EMF?
Children tend to be more sensitive and vulnerable to the effects of radiation and may be susceptible to illness bought on or triggered by radiation proximity.
Children will sometimes move away from radiation whilst asleep if there is a source nearby (including in an adjacent room) by shuffling down or across the bed. They can sometimes actually fall out of bed as a consequence.
One of the most serious risks is that of childhood cancers particularity Leukemia.
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Does insurance give coverage for exposure to Electromagnetic fields?
The below is an example of the general view and policies of insurance companies when it comes to injury or illness from exposure to electromagnetic fields:
Lloyd’s of London and its underwriter CFC Underwriting Limited exclude any liability coverage for claims, “directly or indirectly arising out of, resulting from or contributed to by electromagnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetism, radio waves or noise.” (Exclusion 32, page 7)
EXCLUSIONS
We will not
a) make any payment on your behalf for any claim, or
b) incur any costs and expenses, or
c) reimburse you for any loss, damage, legal expenses, fees or costs sustained by you, or
d) pay any medical expenses:GENERAL INSURANCE EXCLUSIONS:
32. Electromagnetic fields
directly or indirectly arising out of, resulting from or contributed to by electromagnetic fields, electromagnetic radiation, electromagnetism, radio waves or noise.
What are the sources of dangerous EMR - Electromagnetic Radiation?
EMR / EMF is produced and emanated by a long list of equipment in the environment, home, or workplace including your refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, microwave, washer and dryer, heater, air conditioner, television, computer, and of course your cell phone.
All of these devices are powered by a combination of electric and magnetic energy. Modern technology such as wireless internet and WiFi have transformed our home, work, and social life however along with greater convenience has come increased danger to our health and that of our children including at school.
The following devices emit the vast majority of the EMF / EMR you are exposed to in your home.
- cell phones
- laptops
- tablets
- Wi-Fi routers
- Cordless DECT phones (digital enhanced cordless technology)
- Microwave ovens
- Bluetooth devices, such as headphones, AirPods, fitness trackers, keyboards, wireless mice, printers, baby monitors, hearing aids, speakers, gaming consoles and controllers, Amazon Echo and Alexa-enabled devices,
- Any “smart” device including virtually any new TV, smart electric, gas, and water meters
What is EMF/EMR (Electromagnetic Field/Electromagnetic Radiation)?
There are many different types of EMFs. Each one has its own frequency, which is the number of waves that will pass through a fixed point per second.
- Frequency is measured in units called Hertz (abbreviated to Hz).
- One thousand Hz is a kilohertz (KHz)
- One million Hz is a megahertz (Mhz)
- One billion Hz is a gigahertz (GHz)
EMFs come from both natural sources, such as lightning and sunlight, and man-made sources, such as cell phones, Wi-Fi routers, electrical wiring, and microwaves. They exist in a spectrum, from extremely low frequency (3 Hz to 300 Hz) all the way up to gamma rays, which have a frequency greater than 1022 Hz.
EMFs are generally classified into two major groups: ionizing and non-ionizing radiation. Ionizing means that that particular EMF has sufficient energy to disrupt the structure of an atom by knocking off one or more of its tightly bound electrons, transforming that previously neutral atom into an ion with a positive charge.
Ions are problematic as they can produce free radicals. Free radicals are molecules that have become ionized and are not able to connect to another structure in order to remove their unbalanced charge. They behave in an unpredictable manner in the normally ordered environment of cell biochemistry. Free radicals themselves are not dangerous as your body requires a certain level to stay healthy, however, in excess quantities, they become problematic.
About QLD Sunshine Coast
EMF on the Sunshine Coast Queensland can be fairly intense due to the population being concentrated on the coastal strip.
Along with existing infrastructure, the rollout of 5G services is only going to increase exposure to radiation however there is good news from emerging technologies that can reduce and mitigate the effects of EMF on human physiology.
There are many ways of dealing with fallout from technology ranging from portable solutions that can be pocketed and taken with you everywhere; micro solutions that include built in devices and ones that can be kept on the desktop.
We provide EMF /EMR testing and reporting services across most suburbs and areas including Peregian and Peregian Springs
We also offer grid tied & off-grid solar systems consulting + construction + installation solutions on the Sunshine Coast.
If you want to go off-grid or already are and want to expand your capacity give us a call - we can help.
Visit Off Grid Solar Sunshine Coast or Call 0452 535 002