Measurements of Electromagnetic Field in High Voltage Power Stations

In the area of all power stations, or in their close proximity, there are, in some situations, high values of the magnetic field induction and/or electric field intensity. In many cases, low frequency electromagnetic fields are not taken in consideration, until recently, as dangerous for humans. A realistic and objective assessment of the electromagnetic field (magnetic field induction and electric field intensity) in the proximity of these facilities is a major step before designing new safety measures, suitable both for environment, as well as for human operators. This article presents a database, populated with measurements of these two main parameters measured inside or close to some major power stations, located in the Central Transylvania Region of Romania, belonging to the National Power Grid Operator, TRANSELECTRICA S.A. The newly created database will be the start point to build a digital map of field exposure for all the considered stations, before reducing or eliminating human exposure on certain dangerous zones. The given database could be also used for the refurbishment or construction of new safety features.