Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and is the 2nd biggest cause of lung cancer in Ireland causing up to 300 cases per year. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 Employers are required to protect their employees from work-related hazards, this includes protection from radon gas. To find out if your workplace is potentially exposing your employees to unsafe levels of randon gas follow the steps outlined on the EPA link below.
Today is European #RadonDay Do you know if radon is a risk in your workplace? Check the radon map and prepare a risk assessment. Find out more at ➡ https://www.hsa.ie/!XPV11I ➡ https://lnkd.in/eWFUBzrR Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Ireland
