Radon protection for new large buildings
Good Building Guide 75
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Series
Good Building Guide
Abstract
Presents practical advice and guidance on achieving successful installation of radon-protective measures within large buildings, for example through laying a radon-proof barrier across a large floor area, determining how many sumps to install and how to construct the sump and pipework. Summarises the legal requirements for radon protection. Distinguishes basic and full protection.
Author
Scivyer, C.
History
Supersedes GG 75 Radon protection for new large buildings 2009. Two companion Good Building Guides GG 73 and GG 74 cover radon protective measures for new domestic extensions and conservatories and new dwellings. Should be read in conjunction with BRE Report BR 211, Radon: guidance on protective measures for new buildings.
ISBN
9781848064072
Subjects
- Radon gas
- Special subject areas
- Environmental issues/energy
- Pollution/waste disposal/contaminated land
Publisher History
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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