Published October 1998 | Version v1
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The influence of house characteristics on the effectiveness of radon remedial measures

Creators

  • 1. National Radiological Protection Board, Chilton (United Kingdom)
  • 2. Building Research Establishment, Garston (United Kingdom)

Description

The effectiveness of remedial measures in houses with high radon levels has been tested in 943 houses in the UK. Radon levels were measured for 3 mo before and after remediation, and the results were corrected for typical seasonal variations. Householders completed questionnaires about house characteristics and remedial measures. The results were analyzed to determine the influence of house characteristics on the effectiveness of different remedial measures. Significant differences in effectiveness were found, in particular depending on the age of the house and whether the measures were installed by a major contractor, a local builder, or the householder

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
Health Physics
Journal Volume
75
Journal Issue
4
Journal Page Range
p. 410-416
ISSN
0017-9078
CODEN
HLTPAO

INIS

Country of Publication
United States
Country of Input or Organization
United States
INIS RN
30001704
Subject category
S58: GEOSCIENCES;
Descriptors DEI
HOUSES; INDOOR AIR CONTAMINATION; RADIATION MONITORING; RADON; REMEDIAL ACTION; UNITED KINGDOM
Descriptors DEC
BUILDINGS; CONTAMINATION; DEVELOPED COUNTRIES; ELEMENTS; EUROPE; MONITORING; NONMETALS; RARE GASES; RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS; WESTERN EUROPE