{"id":"HHS-OASH-2026-0397-6704","number":"6704","name":"","organization":"","posted":"2026-10-28T04:00Z","received":"2026-10-20T04:00Z","body":"I am a canine energetic behaviorist specializing in rehabilitating highly sensitive reactive dogs. I am concerned about the potential effects of electromagnetic exposure on animals and the environments in which they live and learn. Unlike humans, animals cannot understand these technologies, voice informed concerns, or choose to leave their environments. Many pet owners and animal professionals may not be aware of these potential concerns. I am submitting my observations to advocate for greater transparency, independent research, and the protection of animals who depend on us for their welfare. And for my own sensitivities.\n\nEl Paso Electric installed an Itron smart meter on my building in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Before its removal, I documented readings using a GQ EMF-390 radiation detector from GQ Electronics LLC in Seattle, Washington. In two separate videos, the displayed readings spike to 84mW/m² and 781,  respectively, with the spikes occurring approximately every three seconds before dissipating.\n   According to the 390 detector's manufacturer's guidelines  suggested RF readings are: Less than 10mW/m² considered safe, Above 10mW/m² warrant regular checking, readings above 1000mW/m² are not recommended for prolonged stays, and readings above 10,000 mW/m² warrant avoiding prolonged stays.  As seen in video the EMF, & (AC)EF readings are also shown.  \n  I cannot establish whether the meter affected the dog's behavior during the few classes that we had while the meter was installed. I believe dogs can be relatively compared to children.  Reactivity has many potential contributing factors, including diet, environmental conditions, and the emotional state of their handlers. I have personally experienced sensitivity when my Wi-Fi router is operating, which is part of my concern about electromagnetic exposure. After repeatedly requesting three or four independent research studies demonstrating the safety of the installation from CEO Kelly Tomblin, I've received no response, I submitted a written addendum raising the possibility of legal action if the meter was not removed. The meter was subsequently removed. \n   I am also concerned that public awareness of this request for comments has been inadequate, leaving many people unaware of the opportunity to participate. Personal experience has been everybody I have spoken to had no idea you were requesting input.  I believe this issue deserved much wider public notice, including outreach through schools. I respectfully hope greater transparency, independent research, and meaningful public participation in evaluating potential health risks associated with electromagnetic exposures.\n\n I will submit the century link router reading video separately and provide the corresponding readings in a separate comment.\nBlessings to all who are helping to bring transparency & true safety to our American people, animals, & Earth. I hope it won't take another 5 years of continuing to use American people for guinea pigs to put adequate safety standards on electronic going out. \n  The videos were too large so I posted them to YouTube and here are the links. If you know of another way for me to send them I can do so but please call me for that or text me.(575)635-9888\n1:02'Smart Meter Readings\nhttps://youtube.com/shorts/qPphHc_jSmo?is=B3guQrBsOOOTtxoE\n\n.14 Smart Meter Readings \nhttps://youtube.com/shorts/ZXWOLyas8jQ?is=cj2zqtYXb3yG-8g2\n\n.34 Smart Meter Readings https://youtube.com/shorts/YljSYGUZOeA?feature=share\n    \nMiss April Nastasi \nwww.change.org/GrumpyDogSupport \nPs. Even at the Mayo Clinic I could not have an EMS sensitivity test because my insurance doesn't pay for it. Thank you for cleaning up that mess as well.\n","attachments":[],"attachment_inventory":true,"withheld":false,"source":"https://www.regulations.gov/comment/HHS-OASH-2026-0397-6704","tags":["child-development","health-experiences","exposure-places","policy-standards","research-evidence"],"source_hash":"db84492601473c7af60a01d6793428eda489914188d0212f9748d4a87a986bc2","slug":"child-development-comment-6704","classification":{"id":"HHS-OASH-2026-0397-6704","body_sha256":"a05569a9c8dc1c0e6fea4e2c5ca0753797bb7ffd27eae6253b2f7a80a07cedb0","status":"ai_reviewed","primary_topic":"environment","topics":[{"id":"environment","evidence":"potential effects of electromagnetic exposure on animals"},{"id":"smart-meters","evidence":"installed an Itron smart meter"},{"id":"research","evidence":"independent research, and meaningful public participation"}],"summary":"An animal behavior professional reports smart-meter measurements and personal Wi-Fi sensitivity, acknowledges uncertainty about canine effects, and requests independent animal research, transparency and wider public participation.","reviewed_at":"2026-10-28T23:54:32Z","review_method":"Full comment-text review with exact source evidence; attachments not reviewed","review_source_sha256":"3e7e8ba48b5a66199868f45d77d1ffaf27b5292a539675f7836ce6a9c621fc52","source_url":"https://rfsafe.net/hhs-comments/data/catalog.json","scope":"Original comment body; attachments excluded"},"forum_topics":["environment","smart-meters","research"],"primary_topic":"environment","forum_title":"An animal behavior professional reports smart-meter measurements and personal Wi-Fi sensitivity, acknowle…"}