Radon Program

The Environmental Services Group (ESG) routinely conducts radon testing in District facilities and has implemented radon mitigation in all areas of concern.

If you have any questions or concerns about radon, please complete a Radon Concern Form For immediate concerns, call the ESG using the One-Stop number at 651-744-1800.

Radon Testing Plan

Radon is a naturally-occurring gas that can enter into school buildings from the underlying soil and build-up to levels that increase occupants’ risk of developing lung cancer. While radon testing is not required, Saint Paul Public Schools has elected to test. In compliance with MN Statute 123B.571, when radon testing is conducted:

The Minnesota Department of Health radon testing plan is followed, as described here;
The results are reported to the Minnesota Department of Health; and
The results are reported at a school board meeting.

Radon testing is conducted by licensed individuals and complies with the Minnesota Radon Licensing Act and the MN Administrative Rules, which include the ANSI/AARST MA-MFLB 2023 standard: Protocol For Conducting Measurements Of Radon And Radon Decay Products In Multifamily, School, Commercial And Multi-Use Buildings. Short term testing is conducted on school days only (not holidays, vacations or weekends), between November 1 and March 31. Certified radon testing devices are used, as listed by either the National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP) or the National Radon Safety Board (NRSB). All occupied and intended to be occupied rooms in contact with the ground are tested, as well as 10% of upper floor rooms and other rooms specified in the ANSI/AARST standard. Follow-up testing and corrective measures, if necessary, are completed in all rooms that have radon concentrations over 4 pCi/L. Re-testing is completed after corrective measures that reduce radon levels.

Radon Program Results

Radon testing has been performed in every building in the District. As recommended by the Minnesota Department of Health, radon testing is conducted every 5 years or when there are major changes to the foundation or ventilation of a building, whichever is sooner. View the most recent Radon Program Results by site using the list below:

CONTACT ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES GROUP

Indoor Air Quality/Energy Coordinator

Angela Vreeland, PE
Angela.Vreeland@spps.org
651-744-2651

RESOURCES

MDH Radon in Schools

Radon Concern Form

Radon Program Results