Conference of Radiation Control

The CRC

PD recognizes that exposure to indoor radon is a significant contributor to total radiation exposure received by the public and is the second leading cause of lung cancer. This award, entitled Radon Hero is to recognize an individual who has demonstrated leadership in reducing the health effects of radon exposure. The award will be given based on the individual’s contribution to this effort, on their breadth and scope of services, and commitment to sustained radon risk reduction.

Criteria
The principle selection criteria shall be the magnitude of the reduction in exposure to indoor radon that resulted from the actions of the recognized individual. Within that the following are to be considered

i.	Years of dedication to reducing radon exposure;
ii.	Demonstrated commitment to reducing exposure;
iii.	Development and/or implementation of good practices;
iv.	Ability to deliver and support a consistent message;
v.	Ability to collaborate with others to promote change;
vi.	Ability to create sustained radon risk reduction.

Eligibility
All individuals making a significant contribution to the reduction of excessive exposures to indoor radon are eligible. The award is open to employees of federal, state and local government, contractors, volunteer organizations, radon industry, radon certification bodies, radon trade associations, and standards writing organizations.

Nominations for the Award
The CRCPD Office of Executive Director (OED) will make an electronic solicitation to the CRCPD membership for nominations for the Radon Hero Award during September of each year. CRCPD members may submit their nomination along with a letter of recommendation to the OED office on or before November 1.

Frequency and Number of Awards
This is an annual award to be presented in January during the National Radon Action Month. This is an annual award given to one individual.

Selection Process
The nominations will be forwarded to the CRCPD E-25 Committee on Radon who will make a recommendation of a recipient to the CRCPD Board of Directors on or before December 1. The Board of Directors may approve or reject the recommendation.

Type of award
The award consists of plaque naming the recipient and recognizing their significant accomplishments.

Presentation
This is an annual award given to one individual.