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Réduisez le Radon! Radon Tee Visits Paris

Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:15:00 +0100

Réduisez le Radon! Radon Tee Visits Paris

On a recent trip to Paris, Radon Tee did some sightseeing before joining the ranks of haute couture fashion houses Chanel and Dior to spread the message ‘Reduce Radon' or as the French say ‘Réduisez le Radon'.

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Radon Tee UK became Radon Tee Français on a recent trip to Paris with ProTen Services, who were visiting the city in connection with the ADD Waterproofing combined radon control and waterproofing system for use in basements.

Whilst in the historic French capital, ProTen's Managing Director, Martin Freeman also visited The Sorbonne, part of the former University of Paris as part of a series of radon awareness communication events.

The Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral made a spectacular backdrop for Radon Tee, and as no trip to Paris would be complete without visiting the Eiffel Tower, as dusk fell the Reduce Radon t-shirt was snapped with the famous landmark.

Radon Tee was in good company on a wander down the Champs-Élysées, joining the nearby window displays of chic French boutiques Chanel and Dior.

Radon Tee bid a fond ‘au revoir' to the city, ready to continue the World Trek back in the UK with a visit to the Scottish Highlands.

US non-profit organisation, CanSAR (Cancer Survivors Against Radon) is dedicated to preventing radon-induced lung cancer and saving lives through education and awareness, and is sponsoring the Radon Tee World Trek 2010. The campaign aims to bring social awareness to communities through the power of photos, videos and personal stories.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Construction Industry Council Chief Exec Supports Radon Tee

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 13:35:00 +0100

Construction Industry Council Chief Exec Supports Radon Tee

The Chief Executive of the Construction Industry Council, Graham Watts OBE has leant his support to the Radon Tee World Trek 2010.

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The Construction Industry Council (CIC) is a pan-industry body concerned with all aspects of the built environment. Its members represent over 500,000 professionals involved in the construction industry and more than 25,000 construction firms.

Graham Watts OBE has been involved with CIC since 1989 and was appointed Chief Executive in 1991. Responsible for, amongst other things, effective communication with Government and other external agencies, Mr Watts is also currently Secretary of the Strategic Forum for Construction and its Economic and Olympic Task Forces.

Mr Watts delivered an enthralling seminar entitled "The Future of the Construction Industry: 2010 and Beyond", which considered how the new government would impact upon public spending and ultimately the built environment. ProTen Services' Managing Director, Martin Freeman attended the seminar and was grateful to have heard the ‘inside view' on the current and anticipated state of the industry.

After the seminar, Mr Freeman spoke with Mr Watts regarding radon gas and he enthusiastically accepted the invitation to pose with Radon Tee.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

New Radon Advice From HPA: ProTen Services Explain

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:43:00 +0100

New Radon Advice From HPA: ProTen Services Explain

The Health Protection Agency has issued new advice regarding radon levels in homes and public buildings and recommends a lower target level of 100 Bq/m³

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Until recently, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) recommended that action should be taken to reduce radon levels in homes when concentration of the gas exceeds 200 Bq/m³, known as the Action Level. Research has confirmed that radon kills at much lower concentrations than previously thought, so new guidance has been issued which introduces a new lower ‘Target Level', addresses the misconception that radon only affects certain parts of the country and advises all homeowners with basements to carry out radon measurements.

New Guidance At A Glance

New Target Level of 100 Bq/m³ set as a target below which radon concentrations in existing and new homes should be

100 Bq/m³ Target Level also applied to public buildings and all schools

New bands of Lower Risk, Intermediate Risk and Higher Risk areas

Confirmation that all properties with basements are at higher risk of containing elevated levels of radon regardless of geographic area

Advisable to test for radon rather than to rely upon a probability estimate

On 8^th July 2010, HPA issued new guidance in its document Limitation of Human Exposure to Radon which includes the introduction of a Target Level of 100 Bq/m³. The principal role of this new Target Level is to provide an objective for radon remedial action in existing homes and preventative action in new homes. The 200 Bq/m³ Action Level is being retained as a means of designating areas most likely to be at risk, however HPA now recommends that householders with radon concentrations over 100 Bq/m³ should strongly consider taking remedial action.

This latest advice from HPA results in a five-fold increase in the number of homes requiring remediation, as it has been estimated that between 500,000 and 600,000 homes in the UK contain radon levels in excess of 100 Bq/m³, compared to approximately 100,000 over 200 Bq/m³.

The new Target Level of 100 Bq/m³ is also now applicable to buildings where members of the public may spend over 2000 hours per and all schools. Previously, these buildings were only regulated under health and safety legislation in place to protect employees from hazards in the workplace.

The new advice also addresses the misconception that radon is only found in certain areas of the UK. There is a higher probability of properties containing elevated levels of radon in certain localities however no properties have "zero risk". HPA has therefore introduced a system of classifying areas as Lower, Intermediate or Higher risk radon areas. Whilst homeowners in the Intermediate and Higher Risk areas will be actively encouraged to carry out radon tests, HPA acknowledges that, "In general, it should be considered prudent to test for radon rather than to rely upon a probability estimate", which is in keeping with ProTen Services' longstanding motto "To Test Is Best".

Homeowners with basements are now advised that their properties carry a higher risk of containing elevated radon levels and that radon tests should be carried out regardless of geographic location.

ProTen Services are strongly in favour of these new recommendations, which have been developed as a result of wider knowledge into the dangers of exposure to radon gas and the finding that exposure to radon levels at much lower levels than previously thought can be dangerous.

Unfortunately, there are still gaps in the official advice, particularly in respect of construction methods.

At the start of the new guidance document, it is stated that "The HPA notes that significant reductions in the mean radon exposure of the UK population can be achieved only through changes to building practices...". In 2008, HPA advised that "Building Regulations and supporting documents should be amended to ensure that all new buildings, extensions, conversions and refurbished buildings in the UK include basic radon protective measures."

This advice has been reiterated in the new guidance. Inexplicably, in the light of the understanding that radon is more dangerous at lower levels than previously thought, the Department of Communities and Local Government has postponed review of the relevant regulations (Approved Document C) until 2013.

In delaying this revision, builders and specifiers continue to be directed to the guidance contained in BRE Report BR211. This document is acknowledged to contain defective advice, particularly in relation to the type and specification of materials suitable for newbuild and basement protection. There are also discrepancies between the maps in this guidance showing where protection is required and the maps produced by HPA showing areas most likely to be affected by radon. BR211 is in urgent need of revision, however in the meantime ProTen Services continue to advise that the advice of a specialist should be sought and that designers may wish to consider incorporating radon protection into all projects rather than waiting for changes to the Building Regulations.

Taking this route will demonstrate a duty of care to clients, help keep that the asset value is secure, and ensure that the property is suitable for safe occupation without the need for further works.

South West Safety Advisors Support Radon Tee Campaign

Thu, 08 Jul 2010 08:53:00 +0100

South West Safety Advisors Support Radon Tee Campaign

Attendees at the South West Employers' health & safety conference gathered round to support the Radon Tee campaign

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UK Radon Tee co-ordinators, ProTen Services were recently asked to deliver a seminar on the risks of radon gas to a group of health and safety advisors in the South West of England. A one day conference was organised by South West Employers (SWE), a forum for employers where training, guidance and practical assistance on employment-related issues is offered. Many of the members are from local authorities and public sector organisations.

The South West of England is traditionally thought of as the area most affected by radon gas in the UK, and indeed in many parts of Devon and Cornwall it has been estimated that greater than 30% of properties contain unacceptably high levels of radon.

It must be remembered however that radon can affect homes and workplaces in any part of the country, and the only way to know whether a building contains high levels of radon is to carry out a radon test. ProTen Services' motto when it comes to radon is "To Test Is Best", and pleasingly several delegates who attended the seminar took this message on board and have since ordered sets of radon detectors for their properties.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Welcomed by Association of Building Engineers

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:56:00 +0100

Radon Tee Welcomed by Association of Building Engineers

Radon Tee was given a very warm welcome by the Association of Building Engineers at the Building & Building Maintenance Exhibition

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The Association of Building Engineers (ABE) was founded in 1925, originally under the name ‘The Incorporated Association of Architects and Surveyors'. The wide-ranging membership of engineers, surveyors, architects and other property professionals are drawn from both the UK and overseas, and the Association aims to encourage and facilitate co-operation between construction professionals.

ABE's primary objective is to promote and advance the knowledge, study and practice of building technology, planning, design, construction, maintenance and repair of all aspects of the built environment.

Radon Tee UK co-ordinators, ProTen Services, have on several occasions been invited to deliver seminars to ABE members across the UK about the naturally occurring radioactive gas, radon. Recently, ProTen attended the ABE Building & Building Maintenance Exhibition in the North East of England and had the opportunity to discuss the issue of radon with ABE officials.

Beryl Menzies is the Immediate Past President of ABE, and is also a member of the Construction Industry Council Regulatory Advice Committee. Malcolm Parker, a chartered surveyor, is Chairman of the Northern Region.

Both were pleased to pose with Radon Tee to help raise awareness of the dangers of radon gas and the need to carry out radon tests in buildings.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Goes On Site at Rotherham Hospice

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 15:35:00 +0100

Radon Tee Goes On Site at Rotherham Hospice

Radon Tee recently visited Rotherham Hospice, where radon tests have been carried out to ensure compliance with workplace health and safety legislation

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Extensive building work is currently underway at Rotherham Hospice in South Yorkshire. The Hospice was set up 21 years ago to offer palliative care to adults in the Borough of Rotherham, and is a key player in the delivery of the local NHS strategic plan, Better Health, Better Lives. A £2 million grant from NHS Rotherham is part funding the costs of building a new ten-bed extension.

To comply with the Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999, the Hospice has carried out a radon risk assessment to ensure that staff and other users of the facilities are not exposed to high levels of the naturally occurring radioactive gas, radon.

In addition, building works to ensure that the new extension is protected against the intrusion of radon gas will be carried out where necessary.

Radon Tee was shown around the site by Anne Giblin, PA to the Chief Executive, Ian Henderson, Member of the Board of Trustees (yellow vest) and Mark Richards of TAD Project Safety (orange vest).

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Follows in Film Stars' Footsteps in Notting Hill

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 15:26:00 +0100

Radon Tee Follows in Film Stars' Footsteps in Notting Hill

Radon Tee visits park made famous by Julia Roberts & Hugh Grant in Notting Hill

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Radon Tee followed in Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant's footsteps this week and paid a visit to Stanley Crescent Gardens, where several scenes from the 1999 movie Notting Hill were filmed.

Set in the cosmopolitan West London area of Notting Hill, the romantic comedy saw Hugh Grant's character meet and fall in love with Hollywood actress Anna Scott, played by Julia Roberts. One of the most loved scenes of the film is when the two main characters climb over the gates (causing Grant's character to exclaim ‘whoopsidaisies' and be mocked by Roberts) into a private park.

The closing scenes see the two back in the park relaxing happily on a bench some time in the future.

The gardens are beautifully kept, and were recently voted as being the best garden square in Kensington and Chelsea in a competition organised by Garden Square News.

Radon Tee, a T-shirt travelling the globe to raise awareness of naturally occurring radioactive gas radon, is fast becoming an international icon itself and was snapped in Stanley Crescent Gardens along with ProTen Services' Martin Freeman and Tony Rafferty.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Swings By Swansea Safety Group Seminar

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:09:00 +0100

Radon Tee Swings By Swansea Safety Group Seminar

The Reduce Radon Tee attended the annual Swansea Safety Group Seminar to raise awareness of the killer gas amongst health & safety professionals

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Founded in 1943, the Swansea and West Wales Occupational Safety Group is committed to improving occupational health and safety in the Swansea and West Wales region. The Group's members include over 100 representatives from varying sectors, including heavy industry, manufacturing, the service sector and local government.

In addition to a monthly calendar of events for members, each year the Safety Group holds the Alec Blackburn Memorial Seminar, to which members and safety representatives from local businesses are invited. Entitled ‘Health and Safety, Be Part Of The Solution', this year's seminar was chaired by Mr Terry Rose, Health and Safety Executive Divisional Director Wales and South West and included talks covering subjects including leadership, risk management, behavioural safety and corporate responsibility.

Rebecca Kench of Radon Tee UK co-ordinators, ProTen Services was also invited to speak at the event and gave a seminar explaining the risks of radon gas exposure, legislation affecting radon in workplaces and how to carry out radon risk assessments and testing programmes.

The Safety Group committee, Mr Rose and all the day's speakers were happy to pose with Radon Tee and lend their support to the campaign.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Health & Safety Heavyweights RoSPA & HSE Back Radon Tee Campaign

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:44:00 +0100

Health & Safety Heavyweights RoSPA & HSE Back Radon Tee Campaign

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents and the Health & Safety Executive have shown support for the Radon Tee World Trek

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The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) has been at the heart of safety promotion and accident prevention in the UK and around the world for more than 90 years.

The Society has a long history of successful campaigning and its mission is "to save lives and reduce injuries". RoSPA were joint hosts of Europe's largest annual health and safety event, Safety & Health Expo 2010, and RoSPA's Occupational Safety Adviser, Roger Bibbings MBE was happy to pose with Radon Tee at the event.

Mr Bibbings, who is also a Chartered Member of the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health, has been involved in occupational health for over 30 years and said, "In an age when quite rightly people have become concerned about hidden hazards to health that are man-made, it is all too easy to forget those dangers that have been with us for millennia. Radon is one of those hazards and is often the single largest contributor to our background radiation dose from natural sources. Taking sensible measures to reduce exposure makes good sense. The Radon Tee campaign is to be congratulated for raising awareness of this issue and signposting people to further information and help."

The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has already given support to the Radon Tee campaign. HSE encourages employers to involve their employees in health and safety matters, and if high radon levels are found in a workplace, employers are advised to inform their employees as they are likely to live locally and may wish to test their homes also.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

ProTen Services Feature in Building Regulations Yearbook 2010

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:10:00 +0100

ProTen Services Feature in Building Regulations Yearbook 2010

Setting the Standard?

The recently published revision of BS 8102:2009, 'Code of Practice for protection of b elow ground structures from water from the ground' has been met with criticism amid suggestions that following the advice in the new Standard will allow the creation of dangerous living spaces and workplaces.

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The new version of the Code includes a requirement to take account of radon, among other things. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas formed in the ground during the decay of uranium. It can enter buildings and if high concentrations are allowed to accumulate, it poses a significant risk to the building's occupants. Over 2000 people in the UK die from lung cancer linked to radon exposure every year. Radon is odourless and colourless, and unless a special test is conducted to detect its presence, occupants will never know if they are at risk. The Government's advisor on radon, the Health Protection Agency (HPA) has advised that all basements may be susceptible to high levels of radon, regardless of geographic location.

Martin Freeman, Managing Director of leading radon specialist ProTen Services, said that "while it is to be congratulated that the danger of radon has been recognised in the new Standard, it is unacceptable that the document goes on to give defective guidance that will allow the creation of potential death traps. During the consultation process of the new Standard, the Committee was advised that their intended guidance was defective and was given accurate information. The Committee chose to ignore that advice, and have proceeded to issue their defective guidance. "

Defects in the guidance given include limiting protective action to certain geographic areas and advocating the use of materials and methods that are known to have high levels of failure.

In September 2009, the World Health Organisation published The Radon Handbook: A Public Health Perspective. This document stated that indoor radon levels are not naturally occurring and are a result of the way that properties are constructed and used. WHO have now made it clear that responsibility for dangerous levels of radon in buildings lies with building code officials, designers, contractors and other property professionals. Says Mr Freeman, "Following the defective British Standard will lead designers and installers of below-ground waterproofing systems to create hazardous living and working spaces, leaving them exposed to potential litigation."

The utilisation of basements is an excellent way of maximising the use of a site and enhancing property value, and they can easily be designed with safety in mind. Mr Freeman is urging people to ignore the defective guidance in the Standard regarding the management of radon, but to consult a suitably qualified radon specialist in all instances where basement waterproofing is proposed.

Radon Tee Gets Mayor's Support in Gateshead

Wed, 16 Jun 2010 10:00:00 +0100

Radon Tee Gets Mayor's Support in Gateshead

On a recent visit to Gateshead, support was given to the Reduce Radon campaign by The Worshipful Mayor of Gateshead, Councillor Michael Hood

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Radon Tee UK coordinators, ProTen Services were delighted to have the opportunity to meet Councillor Michael Hood, The Worshipful Mayor of Gateshead at a recent exhibition.

ProTen Services spoke to the Mayor about radon gas and how it affects not only the South West of England, but also many parts of the North East.

As the map below shows, areas around Gateshead including Sunderland, Morpeth and Bishop Auckland all lie in so-called radon Affected Areas.

ProTen Services also emphasised that the map, produced by the Health Protection Agency (HPA) and British Geological Survey (BGS) was only a prediction of areas where homes with high radon levels were likely to be found, and that high concentrations of radon could be found in properties anywhere in the country, regardless of the map's predictions.

Gateshead has had a Mayor since 1835 when it became a Borough council. The Mayor carries out many important ceremonial duties, presiding over full meetings of the Council and representing the borough at civic functions in Gateshead and its neighbouring authorities.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Campaign Backed By BIFM

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:38:00 +0100

Radon Tee Campaign Backed By BIFM

The Radon Tee World Trek has won the backing of the British Institute of Facilities Management

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Founded in 1993, the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) provides information, education, training and networking services to over 12,000 members.

As one of the fastest growing professions in the UK, facilities management encompasses multi-disciplinary activities within the built environment and the management of their impact upon people and the workplace.

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas released from the ground that can enter buildings and accumulate to dangerous concentrations. Although the gas is naturally occurring, the World Health Organisation warn that the way a building is designed, built and used will affect the level of radon gas inside, and it is therefore the responsibility of property professionals to ensure levels are correctly managed.

A recent study into occupational cancers conducted from Imperial College and funded by the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has established that approximately 370 UK employees each year are dying from lung cancer caused from radon exposure received in the workplace. HSE requires all employers to carry out a radon risk assessment, which may include placing detectors in the workplace.

BIFM Chairman, Iain Murray and Jessica Beaven, BIFM Communications Assistant were pleased to pose with Radon Tee to raise awareness of radon gas amongst the FM industry.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Visits Washington Ancestral Home

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:53:00 +0100

Radon Tee Visits Washington Ancestral Home

Radon Tee UK was given a tour of the ancestral home of George Washington, Washington Old Hall

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Nestled in Tyne & Wear in the North East of England lies the village of Washington, and at its heart is Washington Old Hall.

The picturesque stone manor house and gardens were once home to first US President, George Washington's direct ancestors, and it is from here that they took their family surname, Washington.

Some time prior to 1183, William de Hertburn, who was of Norman descent and possibly a knight, settled in Washington and assumed the surname ‘de Wessynton'; the spelling of the village at that time. During their period of occupation, the Washington family made various improvements to their dwelling house, however original parts of the building remain, including the pointed arches in the Great Hall.

The house was opened to the public in 1955 by the American Ambassador and was given to the National Trust in 1956 who have continued to care for the building. The National Trust cares for many heritage buildings, protecting and opening to the public over 350 historic houses, gardens and monuments.

When radon specialists ProTen Services visited the Old Hall, House Assistant, Melanie Clarke, was pleased to take Radon Tee on a tour of the house and gardens. The final photograph shows Melanie and Radon Tee with the Washington Greys Uniform worn by George Washington's bodyguard, Master Sergeant John P. Hanaberry.

Radon Tee encourages visitors from the States to visit Washington Old Hall and after enjoying a fascinating history within it, recommends taking a traditional English afternoon tea there.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Gets Technical With Card Geotechnics

Wed, 26 May 2010 11:55:00 +0100

Radon Tee Gets Technical With Card Geotechnics

Radon Tee recently met with a firm of geotechnical engineers on its worldwide tour to spread the message "Reduce Radon"

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Card Geotechnics work at the forefront of geotechnical and geo-environmental consultancy, creating cost-effective solutions to challenging ground and contamination conditions.

The specialist firm is well known for setting high standards in the industry, and so they were keen to learn more about the health implications of radon exposure and why it is so important to get it right first time when constructing new buildings with radon protection.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Makes Guest Appearance At Top Industry Shows

Thu, 20 May 2010 08:46:00 +0100

Radon Tee Makes Guest Appearance At Top Industry Shows

The Reduce Radon T-Shirt visited The Facilities Show and Safety & Health Expo to raise awareness of radon gas amongst employers

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Held over three days at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, The Facilities Show and Safety & Health Expo attracted record numbers of visitors from many industries.

The Facilities Show was organised in association with the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM) and with over 170 exhibitors, visitors had the chance to speak to specialists involved in all aspects of Facilities Management. Visitors were also able to attend a series of seminars, including one given by ProTen Services on the dangers of radon gas.

Safety & Health Expo is Europe's largest annual health and safety event, and was hosted in partnership with the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) and the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH). A comprehensive visitor programme welcomed a wide variety of senior professionals looking to source new products, network with colleagues and hear leading industry speakers discuss the most pressing issues of the day.

The two shows were organised by UBM Live, who were pleased to lend their support to the Radon Tee campaign. Simon Parker, Group Director and Adrian Newton, Portfolio Director, Safety & Building Management posed with Radon Tee and ProTen Services' Managing Director, Martin Freeman.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

ProTen Services To Speak At The Facilities Show

Fri, 07 May 2010 09:09:00 +0100

ProTen Services To Speak At The Facilities Show

National property preservation and environmental services specialists, ProTen Services, will be giving a seminar at The Facilities Show next week

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The Facilities Show is the UK's leading FM event and is being held at the NEC Birmingham between 11 - 13^th May 2010.

Run by UBM in association with the British Institute of Facilities Management (BIFM), this year's event is set to build on the success of the 2009 show, which saw more than 19,000 industry professionals attend. The 2009 show also won the Association of Event Organisers' Award for Best Trade Exhibition 2009.

ProTen Services have been invited to deliver their seminar, Radon Gas: Risks & Regulations in The Facilities Show Seminar Theatre on the opening day of the show.

Exposure to radon gas claims thousands of lives each year, yet many employers aren't aware that this invisible hazard could be accumulating in their workplace. This seminar aims to inform delegates about the dangers of radon, their responsibilities regarding testing and what can be done if high levels of the gas are found.

After the seminar, ProTen Services will be on hand to discuss the issue with attendees and offer advice regarding whether particular workplace buildings require testing. ProTen will also be supplying CPD certificates for attendees, if required.

For further details, please visit http://www.thefacilitiesshow.com/page.cfm/Link=50/t=m/goSection=8.

Radon Is No Joke as Radon Tee Meets VIP At Awards Dinner

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 13:15:00 +0100

Radon Is No Joke As Radon Tee Meets VIP At Awards Dinner

Radon Tee UK made a guest appearance at a recent awards dinner and was photographed with comedian Alun Cochrane

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The Environment and Energy Awards 2010 were held at the National Motorcycle Museum and showcased innovations in sustainable business practice, environment, land usage, energy efficiency and sustainability.

UK Radon Tee coordinators, ProTen Services' ADD Waterproofing, which offers joint waterproofing and radon control for basements, was shortlisted in the Innovation Award for Remediation Technology category.

The evening was hosted by British stand-up comedian, Alun Cochrane who was pleased to lend his support to the Radon Tee campaign. Best known for his appearances on popular TV panel shows including Mock the Week and Have I Got News For You, Alun is described as a "no-nonsense comedian who specialises in funny nonsense".

The glittering ceremony was attended by leaders in the field of sustainability and energy efficiency, and winners included Bovis Lend Lease, Tesco and McDonalds.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

ProTen Services Shortlisted For Environment Award

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:59:00 +0100

ProTen Services Shortlisted For Environment Award

Property preservation and environmental specialists, ProTen Services were delighted to be shortlisted for a prestigious environmental award

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ProTen Services' ADD Waterproofing system was shortlisted in the Innovation Award for Remediation Technology category at the recent Environment and Energy Awards 2010.

Organised by Faversham House, the media group responsible for the Sustainability Live! exhibition, the awards attracted over 300 entries across categories covering key areas in the environment, land, energy and sustainability sectors and showcasing the latest innovations in sustainable business practice.

The glittering black-tie awards ceremony was held at the National Motorcycle Museum and compèred by comedian Alun Cochrane, who has appeared on shows including Have I Got News For You, 8 Out of 10 Cats and Mock The Week.

ProTen's ADD Waterproofing system was developed to provide combined waterproofing and radon gas control for basement and cellars. Basements are particularly susceptible to containing high levels of radon, the naturally occurring radioactive gas which causes over 2000 lung cancer deaths in the UK each year. With increasing numbers of people turning to these areas to create extra living or working space, ProTen recognised the need for a system that would ensure these areas are safe to occupy.

ProTen Services faced stiff competition in the Innovation Award for Remediation Technology category, and the eventual winners were QROS Ltd for their Hydrocarbon Analyser which has been adopted by the US Navy and Nigerian Oil Spill Agency and used at several high profile sites.

Other winners on the night included Bovis Lend Lease, Tesco and McDonald's, and ProTen were delighted to be shortlisted amongst such prominent organisations.

Radon Tee Gains Support From Sustainability Live!

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 11:46:00 +0100

Radon Tee Gains Support From Sustainability Live!

Radon Tee UK visited leading environmental exhibition, Sustainability Live! at the NEC this week

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Sustainability Live! is the largest gathering for the environmental sector in the UK, and this year attracted over 400 exhibitors. In addition, a panel of 250 speakers representing industry, government and the public sector shared their expertise to delegates across the three day event.

Visitor numbers on the first day of the exhibition were approximately 20% up on the 2009 figures, when almost 8000 people attended the event.

The exhibition encompasses five industry events: Environmental Technology, International Water Exhibition, Brownfield Expo, National Energy Management Exhibition and Sustainable Business.

Organised by Faversham House Group, the event attracts a wide range of visitors, from architects to facilities managers, surveyors to energy consultants. Faversham House were pleased to lend support to the Radon Tee campaign, and Nicola Smith, event Marketing Executive can be seen here with the Tee at the exhibition.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee.

Radon Tee Given Strong Support From Steel Association

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:07:00 +0100

Radon Tee Given Strong Support from Steel Association

Radon Tee UK recently visited the British Constructional Steelwork Association to help spread awareness of the need to test properties for radon gas

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UK Radon Tee coordinators, ProTen Services, were asked to deliver a seminar on the subject of radon gas to the Health & Safety Committee of the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA).

BCSA is the national organisation for the steel construction industry, with member companies undertaking the design, fabrication and erection of steelwork for all forms of construction. Founded in 1906, the Association promotes the interests of the industry and provides members with professional advice, including on aspects of health and safety at work.

Pete Walker, Health, Safety & Training Manager of BCSA had previously attended a seminar on the subject of radon gas, and admitted that he was unaware the hazard was so prevalent. Mr Walker subsequently arranged for ProTen to deliver the seminar to the Committee so that member companies could be informed about the risks of radon gas and legislation that requires them to test workplaces in Affected Areas or those with basements.

In 1990, the BCSA received a letter of praise for its record year of trade from then Prime Minister, Margaret Thatcher and in 1996 Tony Blair congratulated the Association on its 100 year anniversary.

ProTen Services are taking the Tee on a national tour and will be adding photos to the social media campaign at www.facebook.com/radontee. Later this week the Tee will be an honorary VIP at a black-tie Awards event in the Midlands.