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What is new on ITU-T Activities on EMF?

Approved Recommendation
The following Recommendation on EMF was approved: ITU-T K.160 - Assessment of human exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields from wireless communication devices operating close to the human body About this Recommendation Recommendation ITU-T K.160 provides guidance for assessing human exposure to radiofrequency electromagnetic fields (RF-EMF) from wireless communication devices used in close proximity to the body. It supports the safe deployment and use of wireless technologies by: Providing assessment methods for evaluating human exposure to RF electromagnetic fields from portable and wearable wireless devices Supporting compliance with international safety limits for radiofrequency exposure Addressing emerging technologies, including 5G/IMT-2020, Internet of Things (IoT) devices and millimetre-wave applications Promoting harmonized evaluation procedures across different technologies, device types and frequency bands Supporting manufacturers, regulators and testing laboratories in demonstrating compliance with established exposure limits Helping build confidence in wireless technologies through transparent and internationally recognized assessment approaches
Ongoing standardization work
We want to hear from you! ITU-T SG5 is currently working on the development of a Supplement on Guidance on Methodologies for RF-EMF Assessments and Responding to Public Concerns regarding human exposure to RF-EMF from Telecommunication Installations (K.Sup.MethDataEMF). This document aims at sharing countries’ experience in conducting RF EMF compliance assessments as well addressing public concerns. The document includes measurement methods, measurement conditions and compliance assessment, as well as examples of addressing public concerns. CONTRIBUTE NOW: Share with us what your country is doing to assess RF-EMF and address public concerns. Feel free to send us your case study for the next ITU-T SG5 meeting (Geneva, 20-29 October 2026). Click here to learn more about ITU-T ongoing standardization work on EMF issues.