How much would 10% of the annual occupational dose limit be in mSv?

To determine 10% of the annual occupational dose limit, it is essential to know the standard annual dose limit. For radiation workers, the typical annual occupational dose limit is set at 50 mSv. Calculating 10% of this limit involves simply taking 10% of 50 mSv.

This calculation follows these steps:

1. Identify the annual occupational dose limit: 50 mSv.
2. Calculate 10%: [ 10% \text{ of } 50 \text{ mSv} = 0.10 \times 50 \text{ mSv} = 5 \text{ mSv} ]

Therefore, 10% of the annual occupational dose limit is 5 mSv. This value is important for radiation safety and monitoring to ensure that individuals working in environments where they are exposed to radiation remain within safe exposure limits.