IEC/IEEE International Standard - Measurement procedure for the assessment of specific absorption rate of human exposure to RF fields from hand-held and body-mounted wireless communication devices - Part 1528: Human models, instrumentation, and procedures

Abstract

Overview

This document establishes critical guidelines for the measurement of the specific absorption rate (SAR) of radio-frequency (RF) energy in humans. Emphasizing the protection of users, including vulnerabilities in populations such as children, the standard tackles the evolving nature of wireless communication technology.

Protocols and Procedures

• Defines precise measurement protocols for the conservative exposure peak spatial average SAR (psSAR) within simplified human head and body models.
• Applicable to various wireless devices including mobile phones, laptops, and other RF-emitting devices operated near the human body.
• Ensures reproducibility and repeatability in SAR measurements up to 10 GHz frequency, reflecting real-world usage scenarios and settings.

Instrumentation and Human Models

Utilizes phantoms and specific test setups designed to mirror typical scenarios of device usage, ensuring that safety assessments reflect likely exposure conditions.

Conclusion: Ensuring Safety

The comprehensive standard reflects emerging concerns about the potential health risks of RF exposure, deploying rigorous testing to guarantee that wireless communication devices meet strict safety standards prior to market release. This assessment approach advocates proactive health protection by determining emission standards and operational guidelines for common public use equipment.