Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) are generated in many modern workplaces – for example, at welding workstations, induction systems, high-frequency systems, medical devices or radio equipment. For the majority of employees, EMFs do not pose an increased risk if the equipment is designed correctly and used in accordance with occupational health and safety regulations. However, this is not the case for people with active or passive medical implants such as pacemakers, defibrillators (ICDs), insulin pumps, pain stimulators or metallic implants. In these cases, EMFs can lead to malfunctions, misinterpretations of the implant or thermal effects.

Our expertise in accordance with DGUV principle 303-006

To support companies in this special responsibility, our experts have comprehensive expertise in risk assessment, measurement and calculation of electromagnetic fields in accordance with DGUV principle 303-006 (edition 12/2024).

This expertise includes, among other things:

• In-depth knowledge of the direct and indirect effects of EMF on the human body, including physiological thresholds and exposure limits.
• Specific knowledge about the risks and protection of persons with active and passive implants – a central component of DGUV training in accordance with sections 3.2.5, 3.3.2 and 3.4.2.
• Expert assessments of EMF sources at the workplace, from static fields to low-frequency installations and high-frequency systems.
• Measurement expertise in the following areas
  – LF: 0 Hz to 10 MHz
  – HF: 100 kHz to 300 GHz
  including the transition range (100 kHz – 10 MHz) and the evaluation of non-sinusoidal fields using WPM.
• Preparation of expert risk assessments in accordance with Section 3 of the EMFV – including the derivation of measures, effectiveness testing and complete documentation (TREMF-compliant).
• Individual assessments for implant wearers to ensure their safe employment.

Why this is so important for employers

According to Section 4 of the EMFV, employers are obliged to have risk assessments and measurements carried out ‘in accordance with the state of the art and by experts’ – in particular whenever employees with medical implants are or could be working. The special need for protection of this group of people is explicitly enshrined in the DGUV principle and the EMFV.

Our services

We support companies in

• reliably detecting and assessing EMF exposure,
• safely deploying implant carriers,
• defining measures that comply with current technical regulations, and
• ensuring legal certainty in relation to supervisory authorities and professional associations.

With our comprehensive DGUV-qualified expertise, we ensure that even in complex EMF environments, facilities are operated safely and employees – especially those with implants – are reliably protected.

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