Radon Reporter Dec 2024

12 | December 2024 THE RADON REPORTER | 13 CHAPTER CORNER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT IEA: How long have you been working in radon? Answer: ~18 years IEA: Describe your professional experience and what attracted you to radon (Your Ah Ha moment): Answer: When my career began (what seems like) a lifetime ago, I was working for a national real estate due diligence firm conducting environmental assessment/ reporting per federal HUD requirements. I had the opportunity to specialize additionally in indoor air quality scopes (asbestos, lead-based paint, radon, etc.) under a fantastic mentor. I quickly realized I had found my calling. When HUD began to enforce requirements related to radon, it naturally became a large part of my focus. IEA: What does your typical workday look like? Answer: I have been known to describe my typical workday as a mixture of the metaphorical herding of cats and coordinating chaos across the country, which may include proposal fees, staffing projects, reviewing/writing reports, communication with clients/ staff/ subcontractors, explaining/ enforcing regulatory requirements, finding solutions to problems that arise, managing related process from start to finish of projects, etc. IEA: What do you like about working in the radon profession? Answer: First and foremost, I care about people, so being in a position where I feel like I am part of the solution in helping others to live in a healthier safer environment is what I like most. I also enjoy training/ mentoring others regarding radon measurement and related regulatory compliance. In addition, I enjoy the analytical/ logical nature of the work, especially solving the puzzle that is device placement locations in multi-family projects, as well as regulatory compliance reviews of reports. IEA: What benefits does membership to Indoor Environments bring you? Answer: My favorite benefit has been connecting and collaborating with other members, which has been the most beneficial in an infinite number of ways. It’s a great community to be a part of. In addition, access and free download of searchable versions of the AARST standards and related tools, as well as discounted entry to the annual Radon and Vapor Intrusion Symposium, are benefits that I utilize consistently. IEA: Do you have any advice for people who are considering becoming a member? Answer: If you are considering becoming a member, you should absolutely do it. In my experience, being a member has been nothing but beneficial for me and has helped me better connect with the radon industry in every aspect. Myca Bruno NC IEA Chapter Regulatory Hearing On September 25th, several members of the North Carolina Chapter of the IEA (Myca Bruno, Cameron Butler, Duke Hunt, Eric Roberts, Abe Mendez, and Glenn Steers) attended a regulatory hearing in Raleigh held by the NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The NC members expressed their concerns related to the unregulated radon measurement and mitigation currently occurring in the state, as well as the Chapter’s intentions of actively supporting and pursuing regulation through certification for radon service providers in North Carolina. Attending the regulatory hearing also inspired the formation of the Government Affairs Committee within the NC Chapter. Members of the committee are collaborating to lead the efforts in pushing for regulatory requirements in NC. If you are an IEA member residing in NC and are interested in being a member of the NC Chapter Government Affairs Committee, please reach out to the NC Chapter President, Myca Bruno, at NCchapterIEA@gmail.com. North Carolina Chapter approved by IEA Board The North Carolina Chapter of the Indoor Environments Association was officially approved as an affiliated chapter in September 2024 by the Board of Directors. Under the leadership of President Myca Bruno, Vice President and Treasurer Katie Hubicki, and Secretary Cameron Butler, the chapter is focused on building member engagement and industry interest. On August 28, 2024, the chapter hosted an informational meeting to introduce its goals and initiatives to the community. radonaway.com/training 800-767-3703 NEW COURSES! ENTRY LEVEL & CE • Soil Gas Mitigation Compliance Inspection Certification • Vapor Intrusion • Measurement • Mitigation State/Chapter: North Carolina Chapter of IEA Association with IEA President of the NC Chapter Business Name: BBG Assessments - Managing Director of Indoor Air Quality