Can the ACMA provide information about the emission levels of different mobile phones on the market?
No. The ACMA does not hold information on the SAR measurements of mobile phone handsets on the market. However, the Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association (AMTA) has agreed to make information about mobile phones and health available to consumers. Under the agreement with the ACMA, the SAR values of mobile phones are provided voluntarily as part of the handset packaging. AMTA also provides information about SAR limits applicable in Australia on its website at www.amta.org.au (click on the SAR Information link). If you would like to verify the SAR value associated with your mobile phone handset, the Mobile Manufacturers Forum (MMF) lists the SAR values of most popular phones. The information is on the Mobile Manufacturers Forum website. While the specific power output and design of phones may vary from model to model, the rate energy emissions are absorbed from the handset by the user must not exceed 2 W/kg (averaged over 10 grams). The ACMA conducts random audits to ensure ma
