Which federal agency makes recommendations for radon exposure in homes?

• A. FDA
• B. US EPA - but recommendations only
• C. NIOSH
• D. DOE

Answer: (B)

Radon exposure guidance for homes comes from the agency that develops public health and environmental guidelines for the general population. The Environmental Protection Agency analyzes the health risks of radon, provides homeowner-focused recommendations, and offers steps for testing and reducing radon levels in residences. They publish action-oriented guidance (like testing and mitigation when levels are elevated) but these are recommendations rather than mandatory federal standards; actual requirements typically come from state or local codes or programs. Other agencies have different focuses: FDA handles foods, drugs, and consumer products; NIOSH concentrates on occupational safety and health (workplaces) rather than homes; DOE deals with energy policy and federal facilities. So for home radon guidance, the EPA is the primary source of recommendations.