New Introductory Guide to the CDC Radiation Hazard Scale Available

CDC has released an introductory guide to its new Radiation Hazard Scale, a five-category, color-coded tool designed to communicate radiation hazards without relying on technical terminology or complex measurements. Effective communication during radiation emergencies depends on helping the public quickly understand their level of risk.

The guide explains how the scale was developed, outlines each hazard category, provides recommendations for assigning hazard levels, and demonstrates its use during improvised nuclear device, radiological dispersal device, and nuclear power plant incidents.

The resource supports emergency preparedness by promoting consistent, clear risk communication that can improve public understanding during radiation emergencies. Find the new guide from the CDC here, for the radiation hazard scale.