Reaching At-Risk Population in an Emergency
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28% of West Virginia Homes Have High Levels of Cancer-Causing Radon Gas
An American Lung Association report says that high levels of radon have been detected in 28.5% of West Virginia homes. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer and the “State of Lung Cancer” report reveals that it is detected at high levels in 28.5% of home in West Virginia. During January for National Radon Action Month, the American Lung Association in West Virginia urges everyone to help save lives by testing their home for radon and mitigating if high levels are detected.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas emitted from the ground. Radon is odorless, tasteless and colorless, and can enter a home through cracks in floors, basement walls, foundations and other openings. Radon can be present at high levels inside homes, schools and other buildings. Nationally, it is responsible for an estimated 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year and is the leading cause of lung cancer in people who have never smoked.
In West Virginia, in 28.5% of radon test results equal or exceed the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) action level 4 pCi/L (picoCuries per liter of air), according to the Lung Association’s “State of Lung Cancer” report.
After high levels are detected, a radon professional should install a radon mitigation system, which is easy and relatively affordable. A typical mitigation system consists of a vent pipe, fan and properly sealing cracks and other openings. This system collets radon gas from underneath the foundation and vents it to the outside.
Testing for radon is the only way to know if the air in your home is safe. The good news is that it is easy to test. Do-it-yourself kits are simple to use and free in West Virginia.
Please call 304-873-1531 for more information.
$2,855.08 – $5,281.83 Monthly
$34,261.00 – $63,382.00 Annually
Doddridge County, WV
Full-Time Permanent
9930SP
HD09-Doddridge County Health Department
12/16/2023 11:59 PM Eastern
DODDRIDGE
THE POSITION:
At Doddridge County Health Department, this position evaluates water well and private sewage disposal system applications and performs on-site evaluations prior to issuing permits. Completes on-site inspections of all water well and private sewage disposal system installations and complaints. Conducts investigations of nuisance complaints; insect and vector control; rabies investigations; and investigations of solid waste storage and transportation facilities. Collects indoor air quality samples, water samples, ice samples, food samples, milk samples and sewage samples.
These positions perform entry level duties in the enforcement of environmental and public health sanitation laws. They acquire the knowledge, skills and abilities to conduct inspections, investigations, evaluations, and educational programs in environmental and public health sanitation. Public contact and considerable travel are required. Perform related work as required. These positions perform professional entry level duties in public health sanitation inspection, investigation and education. They participate in a sanitation training program and provide a full range of services in food, milk and water sanitation, sewage and solid waste disposal, school and institutional sanitation, disease and rodent control and disaster sanitation. Work is governed by extensive guidelines, procedures, laws, regulations, rules and policies, and the use of standard techniques for evaluation and investigation.
1 Vacancy
Doddridge County
Training: Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university.
Note: Applicants with a major in public health, environmental health, environmental science, chemistry, biology, physical science or agriculture may be given preference in appointment.
Special Requirements: A valid driver’s license and availability of an automobile for continuous use may be a requisite for employment. Upon hire, must register as a Sanitarian-in-Training with the West Virginia Board of Registration for Sanitarians.
We invite you to join us as we celebrate Mark Whittaker, 47 years of dedication and contribution to the Doddridge County Health Department, on his retirement.
Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
Time: 11AM-1PM
Place: Doddridge County Park-Main Building
For more information please call 304-873-1531.