🏠Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can be found in rocks and soils.
💨Radon gas can enter buildings through small cracks and openings.
📊Action levels for radon gas in homes are set at 200 becquerels per cubic meter.
😷Radon gas exposure is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers.
🌡️Ventilation and positive pressure systems can help reduce radon levels in buildings.
What is radon gas?
—Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that comes from the decay of uranium in rocks and soils.
How does radon gas enter buildings?
—Radon gas can enter buildings through cracks in the foundation, gaps around pipes, and other openings.
What are the health risks of radon exposure?
—Exposure to high levels of radon gas over time can increase the risk of lung cancer, especially among non-smokers.
What are the recommended action levels for radon gas in homes?
—Action levels for radon gas in homes are typically set at 200 becquerels per cubic meter.
How can radon levels be reduced in buildings?
—Ventilation systems and positive pressure systems can be used to reduce radon levels in buildings.
00:00Colin invites experts to test his house and bunker for radon gas.
01:00Radon gas is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can be found in rocks and soils.
05:00A test is conducted to determine the radon levels in different areas of Colin's property.
10:00The experts explain the health risks of radon exposure and the recommended action levels for homes.
15:00Potential measures to reduce radon levels are discussed, including ventilation and positive pressure systems.
