Radiation is much more common than we realize. Low levels of background radiation exist all around us, and most of us are exposed to natural and man-made radiation every day. Radiation has many practical uses, including food preparation, energy production, and medical research and procedures. Most radiation isn?t harmful to people in the doses they generally receive. However, some work environments may expose workers to higher doses of radiation. Learners who successfully complete this course should be able to identify controls designed to prevent radiation exposure. This microlearning course covers a small part of a broader topic. For a more complete training experience, see RAD-1 Radiation Safety Awareness.