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Thu, Dec 09, 2010

U.S. Congressman Asks For Radiation Data On TSA X-Ray Machines

Concern For Radiation Exposure Levels For Both The Public And TSA Employees

At least U.S. Congressman is asking TSA to release inspection reports that show whether or not X-ray machines in airports to screen passengers and bags are emitting levels of radiation low enough to meet requirements. Congressman Ed Markey (D-MA) requested that the DHS inspector general investigate this issue because he is worried that TSA’s past in such matters may unintentionally lead to radiation exposure for both TSA employees as well as the general public. Markey is a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.


Congressman Markey

In 2003 and 2004, CDC airport workplace safety investigations reported that while most radiation levels around baggage X-ray machines were low, six out of 281 machines used to screen checked luggage were in violation of federal radiation standards with some emitting up to two or three times the limit.

The CDC also reported that TSA and its contractors did not identify which machines were emitting too high of levels — an overlook that has TSA workers and some members of Congress concerned, especially in light of the TSA sending out hundreds of radiation-emitting machines to aid in screening passengers that have recently been the subject of much controversy.

FMI: http://markey.house.gov, www.tsa.gov

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