Building Radon Out

Author : Douglas Kladder,Dave Murane
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 81 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2001-02-01
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 0756732328

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Building Radon Out by Douglas Kladder,Dave Murane Pdf

This guide was developed by the Indoor Environments Div. in the Office of Radiation and Indoor Air, EPA. Much of the description of building techniques in this document is based on training materials prepared by the Center for Environmental Research and Technology, Inc. Chapters: Building the Framework: Introduction; Digging Deeper: Questions and Answers on Radon and Building Homes (foundations, liability, map of radon zones, etc.); Nuts and Bolts: Installation Guide (gravel, foundation, vent pipe, post-occupancy testing, etc.); Sold: Working with Homebuyers; Architectural Drawings; Glossary; For More Information; and State Radon Contacts. Illustrated with detailed drawings.

Author : Paulina Chen,United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Air and Radiation,United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Indoor Environmental Division
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : OCLC:48175169

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Building Radon Out by Paulina Chen,United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Air and Radiation,United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Indoor Environmental Division Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781428900707

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Building radon out a stepbystep guide on how to build radonresistant homes. by Anonim Pdf

Author : United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 84 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2018-07-25
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1724242806

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Building Radon Out Step-By-Step Guide on How to Build Radon-Resistant Homes by United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Pdf

Building Radon Out Step-by-Step Guide on How to Build Radon-Resistant Homes

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Dwellings
ISBN : OCLC:48175169

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Building Radon Out by Anonim Pdf

Author : Douglas L. Kladder,James F. Burkhart,Steven R. Jelinek,Colorado Vintage Companies, Inc
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Housing and health
ISBN : OCLC:213472692

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Protecting Your Home from Radon by Douglas L. Kladder,James F. Burkhart,Steven R. Jelinek,Colorado Vintage Companies, Inc Pdf

Author : United States. Environmental Protection Agency
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-07-07
Category : Housing and health
ISBN : 1548683957

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Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction by United States. Environmental Protection Agency Pdf

You cannot see, smell or taste radon. But it still may be a problem in your home. When you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk for respiratory issues. Radon has been classified as a known human carcinogen and has been recognized as a significant health problem by groups such as the Centers for Disease Control, the American Lung Association, the American Medical Association, and the American Public Health Association. As such, risks from in-home radon exposure have been a major concern for the EPA. The "Consumer's Guide to Radon Reduction: How to Fix Your Home" Contains information about home radon mitigation: radon reduction techniques and radon reduction systems.

Author : World Health Organization
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 111 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9789241547673

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WHO Handbook on Indoor Radon by World Health Organization Pdf

This handbook focuses on residential radon exposure from a public health point of view and provides detailed recommendations on reducing health risks from radon and sound policy options for preventing and mitigating radon exposure. The material in the handbook reflects the epidemiological evidence that indoor radon exposure is responsible for a substantial number of lung cancers in the general population. Information is provided on the selection of devices to measure radon levels and on procedures for the reliable measurement of these levels. Discussed also are control options for radon in new dwellings, radon reduction in existing dwellings as well as assessment of the costs and benefits of different radon prevention and remedial actions. Also covered are radon risk communication strategies and organization of national radon programs.--Publisher's description.

Author : Janey Levy
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2009-01-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781435850699

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Radon by Janey Levy Pdf

Explores the element of Radon and its uses.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Housing and health
ISBN : PURD:32754067539639

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A Citizen's Guide to Radon by Anonim Pdf

Author : Mike Holmes
Publisher : HarperCollins Canada
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-27
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781443405997

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Make It Right by Mike Holmes Pdf

More than 1 million viewers in Canada watch Mike Holmes’ television show, Holmes on Homes, every week. Thousands more see him at his personal appearances and visit his website, looking for advice on renos-gone-wrong. Mike Holmes is Canada’s most trusted contractor, a crusader with a mission to expose botched renovations--and now the author of a bestselling book that has shipped over 60,000 copies in its hardcover edition. Mike has taken his professional expertise and tell-it-like-it-is style and turned it into the guide no homeowner should be without. Make It Right walks readers through a renovation from start to finish, from the process of finding a reliable contractor to understanding the legalities of renovation. Mike explains the inner workings of a house, covers the most popular reno projects and describes the most common pitfalls. Packed with informative sidebars, checklists, diagrams and photographs, all showing what to expect from contractors and tradespeople, and how to keep every reno running on time and on budget, Make It Right is the book you need to read before you plan a renovation. Be smart. Take charge. Get it right the first time.

Author : Mueller Associates,SYSCON Corporation,Brookhaven National Laboratory
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1988-07-01
Category : Air
ISBN : 0891168230

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Handbook Of Radon In Buildings by Mueller Associates,SYSCON Corporation,Brookhaven National Laboratory Pdf

Very Good,No Highlights or Markup,all pages are intact.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Electronic government information
ISBN : UOM:39015085433848

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Consumer's guide to radon reduction by Anonim Pdf

Author : Ashok Kumar, Akhil Kadiyala
Publisher : Bentham Science Publishers
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2015-10-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781608059874

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Assessment and Mitigation of Indoor Radon Problem: A Case Book for Radon Professionals by Ashok Kumar, Akhil Kadiyala Pdf

Radon is a highly radioactive gas and a waste product of nuclear reactors. Radon is also carcinogenic for this reason and can be linked to the incidence of lung cancer in non smoking individuals who often spend time indoors. Assessment and Mitigation of Indoor Radon Problem is a case book for professionals who are interested in modeling the distribution of Radon gas in a real environment. The book is a collection of results taken from a survey of locations in the US state of Ohio. The data in this case book is based is based on the homes and mitigation databases of the Ohio Radon Information System (ORIS), maintained by the Air Pollution Research Group (APRG) at The University of Toledo in Toledo. This case book will be of interest to software engineers and environmental health workers seeking to build a geographic information system for tracking radioactive waste that can contaminate residential areas, particularly household indoors.

Author : Michelle Cottrell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 529 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-08-06
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781118330258

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Guide to the LEED AP Homes Exam by Michelle Cottrell Pdf

Proven Strategies to Pass the LEED® AP HOMES Exam Here is the ideal study guide for understanding and preparing for the LEED® AP Homes exam. Written by an expert who is a LEED consultant and partner at Green Education Services a premier LEED exam preparation provider Guide to the LEED AP Homes Exam engages readers by breaking down difficult concepts in sustainable design and engineering in a clearly organized, straightforward manner that helps streamline the learning process for those seeking participation in the responsible design and construction of sustainable residential projects that implement green practices. Guide to the LEED AP Homes Exam features: An overview of the LEED Green Associate material included in the first portion of the LEED AP exam, along with specific Homes content A collection of sample test questions and study tips to reinforce learned material An accessible and stimulating approach that fosters quicker retention A set of strategies for summarizing critical information and details more effectively A wealth of material that includes drawings, charts, and diagrams to help understand concepts visually A total of 128 sample flashcards that allow you to study on the go! Covering the detailed concepts of the LEED for Homes Rating System, this book is an all-inclusive resource for achieving successful results on the LEED AP Homes exam.