Exposure to radon gas is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers and is responsible for over 1100 deaths in the UK every year. High levels of radon can be found in buildings of any type, size or location with occupants unaware of the potential danger unless a specific test has been carried out.…
Prior risk assessments for radon should be carried out in all workplaces located in Radon Affected Areas as given by the indicative radon map. UK regulations states that employers must assess the risk from radon in their premises. Much more detailed information can be found here: Health and Safety Executive UK Radon Association Employer information…
Simple radon detectors using a radiation sensitive plastic and a used yoghurt pot can be used to measure radon in buildings or in the soil as part of teaching radioactivity or as part of exploring the natural environment around. Free plastic can be obtained from Track Analysis Systems Ltd as part of…
Preparing a property to go on the market or looking to buy? The conveyancing documents related to buying or selling a house mentions radon, read through below diagram to see if a radon test is important. Download as pdf here buy_sell_raw16_final
High radon concentrations can be found in any building, anywhere but some areas are more prone to higher levels. This is rarely a problem as specialist mitigators can install systems to lower the indoor radon concentration, lowering the health risks associated with radon. Testing for radon is simple and cheap. There are different technologies available…
The UK Radon Awareness Weeks starts on November 7th with the European Radon Day and in memory of Marie Curie, who discovered radium, the source of radon, a little over 100 years ago. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that emanates from the soil. It is everywhere, unavoidable and harmless outside. Radon can enter buildings…
We hope that you enjoyed followed our blog during Radon Awareness Week last week. Now that this year’s campaign has ended, the UK Radon Association Chairman, Martin Freeman, has written an open letter of thanks to those who have supported the initiative, as well as setting down objectives for future work. You can read the…
