Radon Gas Advice

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas formed as a result of the radioactive decay of uranium and rises from the soil into the air. Where it enters buildings the levels can vary from property to property. Radon can build up in homes and, at high concentrations, can lead to an increased risk of lung cancer with smokers at an increased risk if resident in a radon affected area.

Radioactivity is measured in Becquerels and the government has established an Action Level for radon in homes of 200 Becquerels per cubic metre (Bq/m3), based on advice from the Health Protection Agency (HPA).

Environmental Health Officers can give advice on radon. The Department receives many inquiries, most in relation to the sale or purchase of properties that are located in radon Affected Areas – areas where 1% or more of properties are likely to have radon levels in excess of the 200 Becquerels Action Level.

More detailed information on radon and contacts to arrange surveys to determine radon levels can be found at:
http://www.ehsni.gov.uk/pollution/radiation/radon.htm

Contact

Paul McSwiggan
Senior Environmental Health Officer
02871 376511

Mark McChrystal
District Environmental Health Officer
 02871 365151
Ext 6922

Kieran Shanks
Group Environmental Health Officer
02871 365151
Ext  6914