Radon Reporter Dec 2024

2 | December 2024 ASSOCIATION NEWS THE RADON REPORTER | 3 Indoor Environments Association™ is a nonprofit, professional organization of members who are dedicated to the highest standard of excellence and ethical performance of hazard identification and abatement of radon, chemical vapor intrusion, and other contaminants of concern in the built environment. The organization primarily strives to advance the interests of its members through developing industry standards, certifying technical proficiency, enabling advancement of public policy, and communicating health risks to the public. OFFICERS PRESIDENT: Dave Hill dhill@spruce.com IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Kyle Hoylman kyle@protectenvironmental.com VICE PRESIDENT: George Schambach george@professionalhome.com VICE PRESIDENT: David Gillay David.Gillay@btlaw.com SECRETARY: Jan Fisher jfisher@certi.us TREASURER: Dan Potter danpotter@dupageradon.com NATIONALLY ELECTED DIRECTORS Nate Burden, Jr. / nateburden@msn.com Aaron Friedrich / aaron.friedrich@erm.com Zan Jones / zan.jones@radonova.com Annie-Laurie Hunter / annie-laurie@ardenthomeinspections.com John Mallon / john@radondetectionandcontrol.com Dawn Oggier / doggier@spruce.com Shawn Price / sprice@spruce.com Kim Steves / ksteves@crcpd.org Kevin Stewart / Kevin.Stewart@lung.org Duane West / duane@3rsgroup.com CHAPTER COUNCIL DIRECTORS Myca Bruno / mbruno@bbgres.com Phil McDonnell / pmcdonnell@swatradon.com STAFF IT Manager, Software Developer Mike DeVaynes / admin@i ndoorenvironments.org NRPP Credentialing Manager Christina Johnson / certification@i ndoorenvironments.org National Policy Director Jane Malone / nationalpolicy@i ndoorenvironments.org Director of Proficiency Amy Roedl / proficiency.director@i ndoorenvironments.org Finance Director Andika Susanti / administrator@i ndoorenvironments.org Executive Director Diane Swecker / director@i ndoorenvironments.org Membership Coordinator Holly Tabano / membership@i ndoorenvironments.org TABLE of CONTENTS AD INDEX Copyright © 2024 American Association of Radon Scientists & Technologists. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part of any text, photograph, or graphic without written permission from the publisher is strictly prohibited. Please submit content, comments, or questions t o editor@aarst.org . 5 IEA Rebranding + Pillars 8 2024 Board Election Results 9 ALA + IEA Freedom From Smoking Campaign 11 Chapter Corner 13 Member Spotlight: Myca Bruno 14 NRPP News and Updates 20 A Mitigation Case Study Greg Johns, WIN Home Inspection 22 SG-OMM Standard Dawn Oggier, RadonAway 24 Certification Spotlight: Steven Paternostro 26 2025 Symposium Preview: Ft. Worth, TX 28 2024 Industry Survey 30 IEA/AARST 2024 Awards 33 Member Spotlight: Merritt Gantt 7 RadonAway 12 Spruce Training 19 Angi 23 CERTI 27 Airthings 34 PDS Supply 36 Lowe’s Pro Letter from the President, Dave Hill Dear Fellow IEA Members, Thank you for electing me President of the Indoor Environments Association. Many of you may not know, but it has been exactly twenty years since I last served in this role. In that time, we have built an impressive professional organization that is the world’s leading industry voice on radon and vapor intrusion. Twenty years ago, we were faced with the need to build a foundation for our organization’s future successes. On the backs of many great volunteers and staff, we have met the challenge to create an influential industry association that works tirelessly for its members. As I begin my current tenure, the challenge is for us to build on the great work of our leadership predecessors while working toward sustainability and growth. That said, I want to take a moment to reflect on the current state of our industries—both radon and vapor intrusion—and to outline the important role the IEA will play as we move forward. The Current Status of the Radon Industry Radon risk remains one of the most under-recognized health hazards in homes, workplaces and other buildings. While we’ve made great strides in increasing awareness and testing, there is still a vast amount of work to do. In many communities, radon levels remain high and largely unaddressed – and too many buildings in many communities have never been tested. As an industry, we are in a unique position to make a meaningful difference, and the role of the IEA is more important than ever. We’ve seen great advancements in radon testing technology and mitigation techniques, and our community is adapting to improve accessibility and affordability for homeowners and business owners alike. Legislation and regulation continue to play a significant role in the industry, and our organization is at the forefront, advocating for policies that protect people from radon exposure – both directly and by ensuring industry-wide accountability through credentials and enforcement. The recent updates to standards such as ANSI/AARST protocols underscore our commitment to quality, safety, and reliability in radon measurement and mitigation. Moving forward, we must continue to prioritize partnerships with government agencies, lung health advocates, and public health organizations to push for appropriately stringent regulations, grants, and incentives that can help mitigate radon risks. The State of the Vapor Intrusion Industry The vapor intrusion industry has gained momentum as awareness about this invisible health threat grows. Although vapor intrusion is a relatively new field compared to radon mitigation, it is fast evolving, and our members are making invaluable contributions through research, testing, and mitigation practices. Vapor intrusion affects both residential and commercial properties, and as more cases emerge, it becomes evident that there is an urgent need for uniform standards and better regulatory frameworks. (continued on next page)