Radon Risk Assessments: Is My Workplace Radon Compliant?

May 28, 2021

In most instances, employers are well aware of the need to carry out a fire risk assessment, have electronic equipment PAT tested and undertake display screen equipment assessments, all to ensure the safety of their staff. But how many realise that a radon risk assessment should also be completed for each workplace premises? Under the […]

Can You Smell Radon Gas?

April 23, 2021

This is a common question and the answer is unfortunately no, you cannot smell radon gas. Radon gas has no colour, smell or taste and is completely imperceptible to humans, even in high concentrations. Radon occurs naturally in the rocks and soil beneath us, but there is no way of knowing how much is escaping […]

Where is Radon Commonly Found?

March 30, 2021

Radon is a concerning problem and especially as it is something you can not see or smell. If you weren’t already aware of the ever present danger of radon, then it might well be time to learn not just what radon is, but how it can enter your home and where radon will be found. […]

What Are a Landlord’s Responsibilities with Radon in a Property?

March 22, 2021

Radon is an often-overlooked health hazard that can be present in homes across the UK, and if you are a landlord then you could be responsible not only for the level of radon in the property, but also for any potential health issues that tenants may develop as a result of exposure. If you are […]

What Are Radon Levels?

February 26, 2021

A question we often get asked here at PropertECO is “what are radon levels?” and “what are safe radon levels?”. In this article, we help answer these questions as well as explain methods of reducing radon levels at your property. What Exactly Are Radon Levels? A Radon Risk Area What Are Safe Radon Levels? What […]

Radon Gas Map Of The UK

February 15, 2021

Radon can be found in buildings in any region of the UK, and the radon gas map produced by the UK Health Security Agency (formerly PHE) shows the South West of England and Wales to be some of the most at-risk areas. Other areas that are particularly vulnerable to high levels of radon are in […]

Download our free workplace radon risk assessment toolkit

October 27, 2020

Radon can affect any building in any location. This includes both homes and workplaces. Whilst it is a choice for a homeowner whether they wish to test for radon, there is a legal obligation for employers to assess potential hazards in their workplace. Under the Management of Health and Safety At Work Regulations 1999, all […]

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