Design wireless phones in a
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way that minimizes any RF
exposure to the user that
is not necessary for device
function; and
Cooperate in providing
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users of wireless phones
with the best possible
information on possible
effects of wireless phone
use on human health.
The FDA belongs to an
interagency working group
of the federal agencies that
have responsibility for
different aspects of RF
safety to ensure
coordinated efforts at the
federal level. The following
agencies belong to this
working group:
National Institute for
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Occupational Safety and
Health
Environmental Protection
●
Agency
Occupational Safety and
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Health Administration
(Administración de la
seguridad y salud
laborales)
Occupational Safety and
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Health Administration
National
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Telecommunications and
Information Administration
The National Institutes of
Health participates in some
interagency working group
activities, as well.
The FDA shares regulatory
responsibilities for wireless
phones with the Federal
Communications Commission
(FCC). All phones that are
sold in the United States
must comply with FCC safety
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