1	Jarod’s Law
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10	Radon Entry Influences Radon concentration in the soil Structure, construction, and foundation of the building Type, operation and maintenance of HVAC systems in the school
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12	Protocol Guidance Protocol samples are provided in the guidance manual. Protocol shall contain: A section describing use of Radon Resistant New Construction (RRNC) during building. Schools commitment to radon testing. Schools commitment to radon mitigation. Schools commitment to reporting and record retention.
13	RRNC Radon Resistant New Construction Considered easier and less costly to construct building using radon resistant new construction techniques than to retrofit. Ohio School Design Manual Chapter 8;1.07 D Document Methods used and post construction test results.
14	Ohio Administrative Code 3701-69-02 General prohibitions. A (1) No individual shall perform radon testing, or hold himself or herself out as performing radon testing, without a valid radon tester or mitigation specialist license.
15	Exceptions B (2) An individual, business entity, or government entity performing radon tests or mitigation on a building or real property that the individual, business entity, or government entity owns or leases
16	Radon Testing Testing is the only way to determine if levels are elevated. Schools may hire a licensed professional. Schools may have staff trained to accomplish testing. Use of EPA protocol is strongly recommended ‘Radon Measurement in Schools.’ Publication EPA 402-R-92-014 July 1993 http://earth1.epa.gov/RadonPubs/
17	Testing Quality Assurance Quality assurance and control planning and documentation are extremely necessary for accurate testing. QA project plan should include Assessing precision of testing Strategy for testing Documentation of test kit placement Interpreting testing results
18	Radon Mitigation Decision based on long term testing levels according to EPA protocol. Appropriate actions for mitigation. Schools may hire a licensed mitigator Schools may elect to have a staff member trained to accomplish mitigation. Training by an Ohio licensed provider is recommended.
19	Publications RRNC Radon Prevention in the Design and Construction of Schools and Other Large Buildings [EPA 625-R-92-016, June 1994] Radon Measurement Radon Measurement in Schools [EPA 402-R-92-014,July 1993] Radon Measurement in Schools Self-Paced Training Work Book [EPA 402-B-94-001, October 1994]
20	Continued Mitigation Reducing Radon in Schools: A Team Approach [EPA 402-R-94-008, April 1994] To Order: US EPA National Center for Environmental Publications 1-(800) 490-9198 nscep@bps-lmit.com Download www.epa.gov/iaq/radon
21	Sample Guidance Sample Guidance is suggested and should address: RRNC: section discussing presence of RRNC techniques if used. Commitment to radon Testing: Who will conduct testing; the frequency of testing; records retention Commitment to radon mitigation: mitigation under what circumstances; who will mitigate Commitment to reporting: results reporting to parents and the Ohio Department of Health; records retention
22	Radon Testing Recommendations It is strongly encouraged that the guidance available in the EPA document: Radon Measurement in Schools [EPA 402-R-92-014, July 1993] be used if you plan to test your own schools.
23	Measurement Strategy Initial short-term test kit to screen for potential Test kit placed in all regularly occupied rooms at or below grade, above crawlspaces and tunnels (exceptions: restrooms, boilers room, kitchen, elevator shafts, utility closets, storage area, and hall ways). retest all rooms with levels from 4pCi/l-10pCi/l with a long-term test for one school year or rooms greater than ten with an additional short term test for result verification.
24	Testing Conditions Closed conditions During Colder months During the weekdays with HVAC system operating normally. Post mitigation Do not test during structural or renovation changes to the building Do not test during major barometric changes are expected
25	Radon Testing in Schools There is more to it than placing kits ODH recommends hiring a qualified licensed professional to conduct testing and mitigation Licensed professionals are approved for only certain devices Passive devices Continuous monitors (CRMs)
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29	The Licensing Process Attend ODH approved initial radon measurement training Courses offered throughout the state by 6 providers 16 hours of classroom training Take and pass exam Request ODH Radon License Packet Apply to ODH for “Radon Tester” license $400 fee for two years
30	License Requirements Attend course(s) and pass exam(s) Pay appropriate fee $400 – radon tester (individual) $600 – radon mitigation specialist (individual) $800 – radon contractor (business) Submit application materials Quality Assurance Plan Radiological Safety Plan Pending letters sent for incomplete applications
31	License Requirements 2 Once application is deemed complete, ODH will issue license(s) Two year license period Obtain required 16 hours of continuing education Ensure application materials remain current Changes w/ employees, devices, forms, etc. Submit Quarterly Reports to ODH
32	ODH Radon License Packet Contact Info and websites FAQs Application Forms Approved Initial Training Courses Continuing Education Info QA and Rad. Safety Plan Guidance List of Approved Labs Quarterly Report Forms OAC 3701-69 Contact ODH Radon Licensing to request packet
33	ODH Contacts Ohio Department of Health Bureau of Radiation Protection Radon Program elizabeth.james@odh.ohio.gov Radon Information Line (800) 523-4439 Ohio Department of Health Division of Quality Assurance Radon Licensing Program Josh Kerber or Marybeth Rich RADON@odh.ohio.gov
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