216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-50-15-2.9

Current through December 3, 2024

Section 216-RICR-50-15-2.9 - Requirements for Radon Testing Businesses

2.9.1Certification Requirements

In addition to the general licensing requirements in § 2.7 of this Part, all applicants for a radon testing business certification must identify the certified radon inspector(s) to be utilized.

2.9.2Performance Requirements

A. In addition to the general requirements for all applicants, as listed in § 2.7 of this Part, the owners of a radon testing business must:

1. Maintain the services of a certified radon inspector. In the event of the resignation or termination of said consultant, the business must notify the Department in writing within seven (7) days and refrain from engaging in any radon testing activities until obtaining the services of another certified radon inspector.

2. Ensure that all radon and radon progeny testing, including the placement and retrieval of all testing devices, is performed by certified radon inspectors.

3. Develop and adhere to a quality assurance and quality control plan for each service and technique provided.

4. Use only radon testing methods and protocols that have been determined acceptable by the EPA's National Radon Measurement Proficiency Program and the RIDOH. The Department must be notified in five (5) business days of any change in the type of device being used.

5. Identify all analytical services to be used. These services must be listed by this agency as a radon analytical service for the testing device(s) analyzed.

2.9.3Recordkeeping

A. The following records shall be maintained until the Department authorizes disposition and shall be made available to the Department upon request:

1. All tests taken, which shall include:

a. Address of test(s).

b. Initial short-term test and retest results.

c. Follow-up test results.

d. Diagnostic test results.

e. Post-mitigation test results that include the testing method.

f. Name and certification number of person making the test(s).

g. Name of the certified radon analytical service used. h. All pertinent dates.

2. All instrument calibrations.

3. Copies of the certifications for all radon inspectors employed.

216 R.I. Code R. 216-RICR-50-15-2.9

Amended effective 1/1/2019