A Synthesis of Radiation Monitoring Instrument Performance and Application Across Occupational Sectors

Abstract

Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation remains a major health concern in sectors such as healthcare, industrial radiography, nuclear power, mining, and research. Radiation monitoring instruments are essential for worker protection, regulatory compliance, and dose optimization under the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle. However, existing studies are often fragmented by sector, instrument type, and application, limiting a comprehensive understanding of current monitoring practices. This scoping review synthesizes evidence on the performance and application of radiation monitoring instruments across occupational sectors.