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Area of Science:

  • Environmental radioactivity
  • Metrology
  • Radiation protection

Background:

  • Traceability of radon activity concentration measurements is crucial for accurate radiation protection.
  • European radon calibration facilities require validation to ensure consistent measurement standards.
  • Previous intercomparisons have established the need for ongoing quality assurance in radon metrology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To validate the traceability of European radon calibration facilities through an international comparison.
  • To assess the performance of continuous radon monitors used by European laboratories.
  • To ensure the reliability of radon activity concentration measurements within the European metrology framework.

Main Methods:

  • An international comparison involving eight European laboratories was conducted.
  • Secondary standards for radon activity concentration were compared against a reference device.
  • Measurements were performed using continuous monitors in a radon atmosphere traceable to a primary standard.

Main Results:

  • The study successfully compared secondary standards used by European radon calibration facilities.
  • Results demonstrated the traceability of radon activity concentration measurements within the tested range (100–300 Bq·m⁻³).
  • The intercomparison provided valuable data on the performance of continuous radon monitors.

Conclusions:

  • The international comparison confirmed the traceability of European radon calibration facilities.
  • The study contributes to the reliability and consistency of radon metrology in Europe.
  • Findings support the ongoing efforts within the European Metrology Program for Innovation and Research (EMPIR).