HOW TO BECOME CERTIFIED
How to apply for Radon Measurement Technician (RMT)
You will need to complete the following:
- Submit evidence of successfully passing approved initial training course.
- Submit evidence of passing the NRSB exam.
- More information and to order an exam can be found here: https://nrsb.org/exams/digital-exam-information/
- Applicants must specify which devices they are using and list the NRSB device code on the application.
- An RMT is qualified to place and retrieve measurement devices for the purpose of collecting radon data. This must be done in accordance with an active quality assurance program under the supervision of a certified Radon Measurement Specialist (RMS) or Accredited Radon Laboratory (ARL).
- Complete the applications below:
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Please sign, date and mail, fax or email applications to:
National Radon Safety Board
14 Hayes Street
Elmsford, NY 10523
Email: info@nrsb.org
Fax: (914) 345-1169
The National Radon Safety Board administrative office reviews all certification applications, and if the documentation is in order, issues the appropriate certification. An 8” x 10” wall certificate and a wallet identification card are mailed to the applicant. Individual certification information is posted on the NRSB website.
If an application is incomplete or otherwise not in order, the applicant is notified by phone or email. If the deficiencies in the application are corrected, the certification is awarded.
How to apply for Radon Measurement Specialist (RMS)
You will need to complete the following:
- Submit evidence of successfully passing approved initial training course.
- Submit evidence of passing the NRSB exam.
- More information and to order an exam can be found here: https://nrsb.org/exams/digital-exam-information/
- Applicants must specify which devices they are using and list the NRSB device code on the application.
- Applicants seeking to use continuous radon monitors must submit a proficiency test for each model of continuous radon monitor or continuous working level monitor used and a current certificate of calibration for all monitors used to perform measurements. A certificate of calibration must be issued by an NRSB Accredited Radon Chamber that is manufacturer-authorized to perform calibration for the instrument model. View our list of accredited NRSB chambers.
- Applicants seeking to use electret ion chamber must submit a proficiency test and a current certificate of calibration for all monitors used to perform measurements. A certificate of calibration must be issued by an NRSB Accredited Radon Chamber that is manufacturer-authorized to perform calibration for the instrument model. View our list of accredited NRSB chambers.If you are reading your own electrets you must become an NRSB accredited laboratory.
- Complete the applications below with supporting documents if applicable:
Click here to view all applications »
Please sign, date and mail, fax or email applications to:
National Radon Safety Board
14 Hayes Street
Elmsford, NY 10523
Email: info@nrsb.org
Fax: (914) 345-1169
The National Radon Safety Board administrative office reviews all certification applications, and if the documentation is in order, issues the appropriate certification. An 8” x 10” wall certificate and a wallet identification card are mailed to the applicant. Individual certification information is posted on the NRSB website.
If an application is incomplete or otherwise not in order, the applicant is notified by phone or email. If the deficiencies in the application are corrected, the certification is awarded.
How to apply for Radon Mitigation Specialist (RRS)
You will need to complete the following:
- Submit evidence of successfully passing an approved initial training course.
- Submit evidence of successfully passing at least eight (8) hours of measurement training.
- Submit evidence of passing the NRSB exam.
- More information and to order an exam can be found here: https://nrsb.org/exams/digital-exam-information/
- Complete the applications below:
Click here to view all applications »
Please sign, date and mail, fax or email applications to:
National Radon Safety Board
14 Hayes Street
Elmsford, NY 10523
Email: info@nrsb.org
Fax: (914) 345-1169
The National Radon Safety Board administrative office reviews all certification applications, and if the documentation is in order, issues the appropriate certification. An 8” x 10” wall certificate and a wallet identification card are mailed to the applicant. Individual certification information is posted on the NRSB website.
If an application is incomplete or otherwise not in order, the applicant is notified by phone or email. If the deficiencies in the application are corrected, the certification is awarded.
To ensure you are following all regulations in the state(s) you will be performing radon services in, we advise you to check with the state radon representative for up to date information.
Simple check list for initial certification:
- Complete an approved initial course
- Order & pass the online exam »
- Fill out required applications
Please Note:
- You are required to use an approved NRSB device
- If using a CRM: You must have a up to date certificate of calibration & a proficiency test performed by one of our secondary chambers upon initial certification. For every renewal you will only be required to have an up to date certificate of calibration if the device is the same as the previous year. An additional proficiency test is only required with renewal if you have changed the model of your CRM.
- If using an electret ion chamber device:
If you are reading your own electrets, you must become an NRSB accredited laboratory. You are required to have a proficiency test completed upon initial certification. When renewing you may submit the results of five (5) blind spikes conducted within the renewal period in lieu of another proficiency test. Also needed is an up to date certificate of calibration.