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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Occupational Health
  • Radiological Protection

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  • Radon-222 (Rn), a decay product of Radium-226 (Ra), poses a lung cancer risk.
  • Wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs) can exhibit elevated indoor radon concentrations due to treatment processes.
  • Exceeding established radon exposure guidelines necessitates corrective actions to protect workers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the effectiveness of implemented corrective measures in reducing radon concentrations within a Spanish WWTP.
  • To evaluate the impact of these measures on occupational exposure levels and administrative controls.

Main Methods:

  • Initial measurement of airborne radon concentrations in the WWTP.
  • Implementation of enhanced mechanical forced ventilation systems.
  • Re-evaluation of radon levels and assessment of changes in worker access limitations.

Main Results:

  • Pre-intervention radon levels exceeded International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) recommended intervention limits (400–1000 Bq m⁻³).
  • Post-intervention ventilation improvements led to a decrease in radon concentrations.
  • Worker access limitations were extended from 2 to 7 hours per day, reflecting reduced occupational exposure.

Conclusions:

  • Mechanical ventilation is an effective corrective measure for reducing radon levels in WWTPs.
  • Reducing radon concentrations enhances worker safety and allows for increased operational flexibility.
  • This study demonstrates a successful strategy for managing radon risks in industrial settings.