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hazard and to repair, replace or recall the devices so that the hazard no
longer exists.
Although the existing scientific data do not justify FDA regulatory
actions, FDA has urged the device industry to take a number of steps,
including the following:
• “Support needed research into possible biological effects of RF of
the type emitted by devices;
• “Design devices in a way that minimizes any RF exposure to the
user that is not necessary for device function; and
• “Cooperate in providing users of devices with the best possible
information on possible effects of device use on human health.
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 Occupational Safety and Health
• “Environmental Protection Agency
• “Federal Communications Commission
• “Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• “National Telecommunications and Information Administration
The National Institutes of Health participates in some interagency
working group activities, as well.
FDA shares regulatory responsibilities for devices with the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). All devices that are sold in the
