Radon in Netherlands

Official radon data, regulations and resources

National reference level

100 Bq/m³

Competent authority

Authority for Nuclear Safety and Radiation Protection (ANVS)

What should you do?

Regardless of the official classification, the only way to know the radon level in a specific building is to measure it. A long-term test (at least 3 months) is recommended. You can either test yourself with passive detectors or hire a certified professional.

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Mitigation options

Radon mitigation is the set of building techniques used to reduce indoor radon concentrations. Prope

Regulations & obligations

Dwellings

National reference level of 100 Bq/m³ for dwellings, set in the Besluit basisveiligheidsnormen stralingsbescherming (Bbs) since 6 February 2018.

Workplaces

Reference level of 100 Bq/m³ for workplaces (Bbs). Measures must be taken where it is exceeded.

Public buildings & schools

Publicly accessible buildings follow the same 100 Bq/m³ reference level.

Professional services

ANVS-Recognized Measurement Services

Testing & Measurement

ANVS-recognized and RvA-accredited (ISO/IEC 17025) measurement services for radon

Accredited by: ANVS

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Radiation Protection Experts

Consulting & Engineering

Registered radiation protection experts for radon assessment in the Netherlands

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How to test for radon yourself

Regardless of where you live, testing for radon is easy and affordable. A long-term measurement with passive detectors is the most reliable way to know your indoor radon level.

Learn how to test

Radon in Netherlands

What should you do?

Learn how to test

Hire a professional

Mitigation options

Regulations & obligations

Dwellings

Workplaces

Public buildings & schools

Professional services

How to test for radon yourself

Major Cities

Official resources