Radon Control Program
Mission
To protect Rhode Islanders from lung cancer due to radon exposure by ensuring that no homes, schools, or othe r high priority public buildings have unacceptable radon levels.
What we do
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Implement and enforce the mandatory radon testing and mitigation requirements for public and high priority buildings.
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Certify, and control quality of, the licensed radon professional infrastructure.
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Promote radon testing and mitigation in residential properties through education and outreach campaigns.
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Promote radon resistant new construction in homes, schools and public buildings.
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Manage and maintain a comprehensive radon database of public/high priority and residential test results.
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Collaborate with, and support, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Protecting People and Families from Radon Initiative.
Rhode Island Department of Health