Information and communication technologies for appropriate communication in the workplace

Abstract

Brazil is one of the 5th largest countries on earth. It is geopolitically divided into five regions, with large between-country distances and plenty of radioactive facilities throughout the country. Professional continuing education is a must and a challenge. This paper discusses a web-based project designed to provide effective communication about occupational exposure, using creative, innovative and practical Internet solutions to link geographically distant workers to high-quality reliable information. This web-based-project counts on concepts, definitions and theory about radiological protection issues, such as optimization programs and ionizing radiation monitoring procedures. Moreover, the content presents discussions related to national and international recommendations, such as potential exposure, which is currently one of the most important research fields in radiological protection. Only few publications develop expressively the issue and there is still lack of knowledge and uncertainties. Risk definition itself can assume different meanings, even among scientific community. To respond to this challenge, this project discusses potential exposures through question-and-answer topics addressing particular attention to effective actions towards safety which can be incorporated into labor practice in the workplace. For discussions to be effective, all content is based on ICRP and IAEA valid recommendations and official reports, in addition to scientific papers published in major international congresses. This project aims to provide radioactive facilities reliable updated communication, to inform as many people as possible, contributing to develop workers´professional skills and to improve safety culture in workplace.