# The Control of Electromagnetic Fields at Work Regulations 2016, Paragraph 2

Extent: E+W+S

The ALs and ELVs are set out in tables and grouped according to their potential effects, being—
(a) thermal effects, related to the heating of tissue due to its absorption of electromagnetic fields; and
(b) non-thermal effects, related to the stimulation of nerves or sensory organs due to the presence of electromagnetic fields.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2016/588/schedule/part/1/paragraph/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/control-of-electromagnetic-fields-at-work-regulations-2016/schedule/part-1/paragraph-2
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