Radon in workplaces in Austria
Requirements that apply to workplaces in Austria. They do not apply in other countries.
What the employer must do
Workplaces must comply with 300 Bq/m³ reference level. Measurements required in radon priority areas.
Measurement protocol: RnV Workplace
Compliance: RnV Workplace Requirements (Radon Protection Ordinance)
- Reference level
- 300 Bq/m³
- Minimum duration
- ≥ 6 months
- Detector type
- Passive detectors
- Measurement period
- ≥6 months, at least half between October 15 - April 15
- Laboratory
- Authorized organism (ermächtigte Überwachungsstelle)
- Legal basis
- Radonschutzverordnung (RnV) 2021 - Leitfaden Arbeitsplätze
- Authority
- Bundesministerium für Klimaschutz
Official sources
Informative summary. The official text of the regulation prevails. Check the source before taking a compliance decision.
Workplace requirements in other countries