ELEXANA LLC – ALARA POLICY STATEMENT

As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) Principle for Electromagnetic Exposure Consulting


Effective Date: May 18, 2025
Approved by: James Finn, Principal Consultant
Version: 1.0

1. Policy Statement

Elexana LLC adopts the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) Principle as a foundational element in all electromagnetic field (EMF) and electromagnetic interference (EMI) consulting, diagnostic, and mitigation services. While we recognize that many electromagnetic emissions fall within existing regulatory guidelines (e.g., FCC, ICNIRP, IEEE), our commitment to precaution and client-centered design leads us to reduce human exposure wherever feasible.

2. Purpose and Commitment

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that EMF and EMI exposure levels are minimized for:

  • Building occupants (residential, medical, commercial)

  • Vulnerable individuals (e.g., those with pacemakers or EMF sensitivity)

  • Workers in proximity to high-frequency or high-current equipment

  • Clients pursuing pre-compliance or performance optimization of electronic systems

We achieve this by integrating science-based diagnostics, thoughtful architectural and electrical design input, and mitigation strategies aligned with peer-reviewed research and global best practices, including those from:

  • FCC OET Bulletin 65

  • ICNIRP Guidelines

  • IEEE C95.1 and C95.3

  • BioInitiative Report (2012/2020 update)

  • OSHA and NIOSH occupational safety frameworks

3. Guiding Principles

Elexana LLC adheres to the following radiation protection principles:

A. Justification

No electromagnetic source or system should be introduced unless its necessity and benefit outweigh its potential EMF risk.

B. Optimization (ALARA)

Exposure levels will be kept as low as reasonably achievable, taking into account:

  • Technical feasibility

  • Practical implementation

  • Economic considerations

  • Long-term health protection, especially in sleep and work environments

C. Dose Limitation Awareness

Although non-ionizing radiation lacks formal dose “limits” in many jurisdictions, we promote exposure thresholds referenced in independent scientific literature.

We test work sites for employees wearing implanted medical devices according to OEM specifications.

We know that dose tolerance levels and exposure durations may vary among persons suffering from EHS, A.K.A. EMF-sensitivity, and the general public. In these cases, we have the participants fill out a questionnaire and run tests to determine approximate individual tolerance levels. (We are also aware that these levels may fluctuate over time.)

4. Implementation Practices

  • Pre-construction review of electrical layouts, minimizing current loop areas, and magnetic flux density

  • Use of shielded wiring, grounded circuits, and star-grounding techniques

  • Recommendation of hardwired networking over wireless systems

  • Placement of equipment to reduce occupant proximity to radiating sources

  • Field-based diagnostics with calibrated instrumentation and standardized methods

  • Documentation of exposure levels before and after mitigation efforts

  • Client education on exposure zones and behavior-based reduction strategies

5. Limitations and Disclosure

Elexana LLC does not establish legal or medical safety limits. Our role is to:

  • Measure and document EMF/EMI levels accurately

  • Compare them to published regulatory and scientific benchmarks

  • Provide actionable guidance for exposure minimization in line with the ALARA principle

All recommendations are grounded in conservative, data-driven analysis and client-informed decisions.

6. Review and Updates

This ALARA policy is reviewed annually or as new science, regulatory changes, or instrumentation standards emerge. Feedback from clients and partner organizations is welcome to ensure continuous improvement.

Authorized by:
James Finn
Principal Consultant
Elexana LLC