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Indicator name:
Radon reference level for dwellings (Bq/m3)
Short name:
RADON_Q501_1
Data type:
Categorical
Indicator Id:
5618
Topic:
Risk factors
Definition:
If a national reference level for dwellings exists, the specific numerical value in Becquerel per cubic metre (Bq/m3). Dwellings includes all detached and attached structures used for non-occupational human residency. Response options include a numerical value. Maximum reference levels of 300 Bq/m3 for homes and 1000 Bq/m3 for workplaces are provided in the IAEA General Safety Requirements Part 3 (GSR Part 3) (link at the bottom of this page)
Method of estimation:
Country response to WHO Radon Survey 2018
IMRID:
5618
Links:
IAEA General safety requirements (GSR) Part 3
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