DAYCARE RADON TESTING
Carlile Home & Property Services can help Daycare Centers stay compliant by offering convenient radon testing results that follow the Illinois Emergency Management Agency .
TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Illinois law requires licensed daycare facilities to test for radon regularly to help protect the health of children and staff.*
*Effective January 1, 2013, Illinois law requires licensed day care centers, licensed day care homes, and licensed group day care homes to have the facility tested for radon at least once every 3 years.
What Daycare Providers Need to Know
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Radon testing is required every 3 years for licensed daycare centers, daycare homes, and group daycare homes.
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Non-residential day care centers are required to hire an IEMA-licensed radon measurement professional to test the facility.
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Home day care centers may purchase a home test kit and conduct the test themselves or hire a licensed contractor to perform the test. Like us!
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Proof of radon testing must be submitted during the initial license application and renewal process with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).
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Facilities must post the most recent radon test results next to their DCFS license.
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Parents or guardians may request a copy of the radon testing report.
Why Radon Testing Is Important
Radon is a known carcinogen and is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, according to the U.S. Surgeon General. Research indicates that children may be more sensitive to radon exposure due to their higher breathing rates and developing cells.
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Kids breathe faster and their lungs are still developing, making clean indoor air extra important.
Because radon is invisible, has no taste or smell, it can go unnoticed.
Children spend an average of 30 to 40 hours a week in care, placing them at even greater risk.
The only way to know your radon levels is by conducting testing by a licensed professional.
Radon Testing is...
QUICK
SIMPLE
STRESS-FREE
What to Expect during Testing Days
Radon testing
set-up only takes about 30 minutes.
Small monitoring
devices are placed
in the rooms
to be tested.
After a few days, the devices are picked up and analyzed.
You receive a clear report & certificate to post or share.
Important Details
Regular activities and daily routines can continue as normal — there's no need to change regular operations.
All windows must remain closed, but don't worry, our inspector will place seals on the windows to help ensure they stay shut.
The cost for testing a daycare facility varies with size, layout, floor plan and location.
A customized quote will be prepared when you call.
