Australian Radiation Protection and Nuclear Safety Agency
ARPANSA role in protecting the community against all known adverse health effects to EME.
Electromagnetic energy (EME)
Understanding the safe connection between 5G and EME
Electromagnetic energy (EME) from wireless communications is researched, regulated and safe.
EME safety explained
It stands for electromagnetic energy and is part of our every day lives. Most of the EME comes from the sun in the form of ultraviolet (UV) rays. It could also be derived from artificial sources such as mobile phones, Wi-Fi networks and our base stations network.
With the rollout of new technologies, such as 5G, we're committed to sharing information on our real-world tests of 5G EME levels.
Science & health research
5G, EME and your health
How research aims to address areas of public concern.
Small cells and EME
Information about small cells, what they are and what the EME testing shows.
Mobile phone base stations
Learn how our base station network complies with the EME safety standard.
EME and children
Information on the use of mobile phones and other wireless technologies by children.
Tools & fact sheets
Wireless products fact sheets
Information on EME safety relating to Telstra’s wireless products is provided.
External resources
Department of Health
Statement from Australia's Chief Medical Officer about that there is no evidence telecommunication technologies, such as 5G, cause adverse health impacts.
World Health Organization
WHO is responsible for international public health including EME health safety and research.