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Radon Curriculum
Radon lesson plans compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. Still have questions? Contact us. Related Links Browse the lessons Feel free to browse every grade level for interesting lessons, as many can be used for different grades. For example, the Radon Poster Contest lesson is great for all grades! Share our…
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2024-2025 National Radon Poster Voting
Radon poster voting instructions and entries. Contest info Voting instructions Posters Navigation: Grade 5-6 | Grade 7 | Grade 8-9 | Grade 10-12 Grades 5-6 Grade 7 Grades 8-9 Grades 10-12
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Radon Test Results by Zip Code
DEQ Short Term Radon Test Results by County and Zip Environmental Data Tracking Still have questions? Contact us.
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Radon Realtor Guides
Radon realtor guides and resources compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. Related Links Recommended Brochures for Realtors Recommended Videos for Realtors
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Drinking Water Monitoring and Reporting Program
Water may be contaminated by a variety of substances. To protect public health, Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) have been established. The concentration of a particular contaminant in drinking water must not exceed it’s MCL. To assure that water served to the public is routinely checked for bacteriologic, chemical, and radiologic quality, a Monitoring and Reporting…
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High radon levels? What’s next
You’ve probably heard that one in three homes in Utah has elevated levels of radon, and that radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers. And since you care about your family’s health and safety, you’ve tested your home — and your results came in above the EPA action level of 4 picocuries…
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How to Test Your Home for Radon
Step-by-step instructions on how to test your home for radon. Related Links How to use a short-term test Step 1: Place the test kit in the lowest living level of your home This may be a bedroom, living room, office, playroom or den, the basement if it is frequently used, or the first floor. The…
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Radon Resources
Radon resources compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. EPA Radon Publications The following links will take you to the EPA Radon Website. Certified Providers The following links will take you to the EPA Radon Certified Providers Website. Radon Documents The following documents provide further information about Radon. Maps Related Sites
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Radon Program Media
Radon in the media story links and downloads compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. Radon in the Media January is Radon Action Month Videos
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Radon News and Events Archive
Radon news and events archive compiled by Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control. 2018 2016 2015 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007
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How to Become a Radon Certified Professional in Utah
Learn how to become a radon certified professional in Utah. Become a Radon Certified Mitigator in Utah Step 1 In order to become a Certified Radon Mitigator in Utah one must hold a contractor’s license to install a radon mitigation system. Several contractor license classifications can do this within the scope of their license –…
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Radon and Real Estate Transactions in Utah
Related Links Why Do Real Estate Professionals Need to Know About Radon? Radon causes lung cancer after prolonged exposure and can build to dangerous levels in certain homes. Many people wait until they are about to sell their home or buy a new one before they decide to learn more about radon. By learning about…
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State Qualifications for Radon Mitigation Professionals
Tips on How to Select a Professional When contracting a radon mitigation professional, a consumer should verify that the provider is a qualified Utah licensed contractor, with a National Radon Proficiency Program certification as defined in UT Administrative Code R156-55a-302b in the Utah Construction Trades Licensing Act Rule (April, 2013). Senate Bill 163 During the…
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Radon Data Requests
We frequently receive requests for access to radon test kit data for research or other informational purposes. To help facilitate these requests, two public radon data queries are available through the Utah Environmental Public Health Tracking website at the Utah Department of Health: These queries display
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Radon Educated Home Builders and Inspectors
Related Links The Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control (DWMRC) offers a free continuing education core credit course entitled, “Radon Resistant New Construction” to Utah home builders and inspectors. To sign up for the course, contact Radon Instructor Eleanor Divver ([email protected]) (801) 536-0091. DWMRC recognizes the home builders and building inspectors who have completed…
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Radon Techniques for New Home Construction
Related Links Radon: A Guide for Installing Affordable Radon Control Systems in New Homes: An Environmental Concern With An Easy Solution! This page offers radon techniques for new home construction. You can request a print copy from Utah’s Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control at (800) 458-0145. Radon-Resistant Construction Basics and Techniques How Does…
