Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider Course (NJ Candidate)
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Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall be able to:
- describe the physics of radon;
- describe the health effects of breathing radon;
- list the ways radon enters a home;
- describe the testing procedures for radon;
- follow protocols in non-real estate transactions;
- follow protocols in real estate transactions;
- develop and follow a quality assurance plan and implement quality control procedures;
- properly use passive devices;
- properly use active devices;
- test for radon in water and how to remove radon from water;
- list different ways to approach radon mitigation in homes;
- install effective mitigation systems in new homes;
- install materials and follow procedures to build radon-resistant homes;
- inspect radon mitigation system; and
- abide by a Code of Ethics.
- 16 Continuing Education hours;
- 137,758 words;
- student book;
- inspection and writing assignment;
- research and writing assignment;
- 123 quiz questions in 13 quizzes;
- 120-question InterNACHI course exam (this is not NRPP's certification exam);
- instant grading; and
- a downloadable, printable Certificate of Completion.
Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider Course Course # 4104 | ||
Activity | Assignments | Estimated hours for the average student |
Academic Engagement | Reading online course instructional material at 140 words per minute | 16.4 |
Taking quizzes | 3.8 | |
Taking the exam | 3.8 | |
Conducting a directed and independent inspection study performed according to the Standards of Practice, including the development of an inspection report | 4.0 | |
Submitting an inspection and writing assignment | 0.5 | |
Submitting a research and writing assignment | 0.5 | |
Total | 29.0 | |
Preparation | Studying and reviewing instructional material in preparation for taking quizzes and exam | 16.0 |
Reading the downloaded student course book including taking the quizzes with the book | 16.0 | |
Reading, research, and studying related to completing the research and writing assignment | 4.0 | |
Studying and preparing for inspection processes according to a Standards of Practice, including capturing and storing digital images with a camera or device, making observations, evaluating conditions, deducing, formulating opinions, communicating observations in written form, attaining competency in performing inspections and using an inspection checklist or software and other inspection tools in producing a report. | 10.0 | |
Total | 46.0 | |
Sub Total | 75.0 | |
Overall Total | 75.0 hours | |
You will learn the following topics:
Introduction
What is Radon?
Definitions
Acronyms
Physics of Radon
Why Some Atoms are Radioactive?
Pioneers in Radioactivity
Non-Ionizing and Ionizing
Non-Ionizing Radiation
Ionizing Radiation
Alpha Particles
Beta Particles
Gamma Rays and X-Rays
Where Does Radon Come From?
Who Discovered Radon?
Uranium
Uranium Decay Chain
Radon Half-Life
Curies, Equations, and ER
Summary
Quiz #1
Health Effects
Health Risks Introduction
Health Effects of Radon
Radon Causes Lung Cancer
Genetic Damage Caused by Radon
Risk Assessment Facts
Quiz #2
Radon Entry
Exposure to Radon
Radon Entry into a House
Radon Potential
Geology of Radon
How Does Radon Change in the Environment?
How Are People Exposed to Radon?
How Does Radon Get Into the Body?
How Can Radon Affect Your Health?
Medical Test to Determine Exposure?
Protecting People from Radon
Protect Yourself and Family
Recommendations
What is EPA Doing About Radon?
Quiz #3
General Testing Procedures
General Procedural Recommendations
Action Levels, Mitigation, and Water
Short-Term Tests
Long-Term Tests
Initial Client Interview
Measurement Locations
Radon Measurement Duration
Written Measurement Guidance
Quality Assurance in Radon Testing
Calibration Measurements
Known Exposure Measurements
Background Measurements
Duplicate Measurements
Routine Instrument Performance Checks
Operating Procedures
Reporting Test Results
Accuracy & Precision
Interpretation of Side-by-Side Results
Recommendations for Mitigation
Temporary Risk-Reduction Measures
Worker Safety
Quiz #4
Non-Real Estate Protocols
Introduction
Radon Measurement Protocols
Citizen�s Guide to Radon
Measurement Location
Initial Measurements
Closed House Building Conditions
Interpretation of Initial Results
Follow-Up Measurements
Short-Term and Long-Term
Follow-Up Testing
Quiz #5
Real Estate Protocols
Home Buyer�s and Seller�s Guide
Sequential Testing
Simultaneous Testing
Single Test Option
Measurement Location
Measurement Checklist
Interference-Resistant Testing
Influencing the Test Area�s Concentration
Equipment Interference
Preventing Interference
Interference-Resistant Detectors
Quiz #6
QA and QC
Introduction
QA and QC Defined
Elements of a QA Program for Radon
Responsibilities
Quality Management
QA Documentation & Reporting
Calibration
Quality Control
QA Plans
Analysis & Interpretation of QC
Quiz #7
Passive Devices
General Considerations for Passive & Active
Continuous Working-Level Monitor CW
Alpha-Track Detectors (AT or ATD)
Electret Ion Chamber Radon Detectors (EC, ES, EL)
Activated-Charcoal Adsorption Devices (AC)
Charcoal Liquid Scintillation (LS)
Grab Sampling Bag & 3-Day Scintillation Cells
Unfiltered Track Detection (UT)
Quiz #8
Active Devices
Introduction
Radon Progeny-Integrating Sampling Units
Grab-Sampling Working Level (GW)
Continuous Radon Monitors (CR)
Quiz #9
Mitigation for Existing Homes
Introduction
Background
Purpose
Scope
Assumption
Implementation
Limitations
Reference Documents
Description of Terms
General Practices
Building Investigation
Worker Health & Safety
System Design
System Installation
Materials
Monitors & Labeling
Post-Mitigation Testing
Contracts & Documentation
Quiz #10
Mitigation for New Homes
EPA Model Standards for New Residences
Scope
Limitations
Reference Documents
Description of Terms
Principles for Construction
Summary of Model Building Standards
Construction Methods
Recommended Procedures
Building Standards & Techniques
Quiz #11
How to Build Radon-Resistant Homes
Building Radon Out
Building the Framework: Introduction
Digging Deeper: Questions and Answers
How Does Radon Enter a House?
Does Foundation Type Affect Radon Entry?
Should All New Homes Be Built Radon-Resistant
Nuts and Bolts: Installation Guide
Installation: Step 1
Installation: Step 2 & 3
Installation: Step 4
Installation: Step 5
Installation: Step 6
Installation: Step 7
Optional Step 8: Activating the System
Sold: Working with Home Buyers
Appendix A: Architectural Drawings
Appendix B: Glossary
Appendix C: For More Information
Appendix D: State Radon Contacts
Radon in Water
Radon in Water
Removal of Radon in Water
Quiz #12
Standards for Inspecting Radon Mitigation System
Standards of Practice for Inspecting Radon Systems
Code of Ethics
Code of Ethics
Quiz #13
Upon completion of this course and passing of the course exam, the student can download and print their own Certificate of Completion which is auto-generated in their own name.
