List of civilian radiation accidents

See also: Lists of nuclear disasters and radioactive incidents
2007 ISO radioactivity danger symbol intended for IAEA Category 1, 2, and 3 sources defined as dangerous sources capable of causing death or serious injury.[1]

This article lists notable civilian accidents involving radioactive materials or involving ionizing radiation from artificial sources such as x-ray tubes and particle accelerators. Accidents related to nuclear power that involve fissile materials are listed at List of civilian nuclear accidents. Military accidents are listed at List of military nuclear accidents.

  1. ^ "New Symbol Launched to Warn Public About Radiation Dangers". 15 February 2007. Archived from the original on 28 March 2019. Retrieved 28 March 2019.