RMS RMS Professional Development 4

Question 1

An RMS is subcontracting work to another certified mitigator. Who bears ultimate professional responsibility for the quality of the installation?

Accepted Answer

The RMS who contracted with the client

Answer

The RMS who holds the contract with the client retains professional responsibility for ensuring the work meets applicable standards.

Question 2

What is the purpose of maintaining a client file for at least 5–7 years after a mitigation job?

Accepted Answer

To support warranty claims, regulatory audits, and professional liability defense

Answer

Long-term record retention ensures the RMS can respond to warranty issues, state audits, or professional liability claims years after project completion.

Question 3

Which publication is the primary technical reference an RMS should consult for current mitigation system design guidance in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

ANSI/AARST CCAH or MAH standard for the applicable building type

Answer

The ANSI/AARST standards (CCAH for existing homes, MAH for multifamily) are the current authoritative design and installation references for RMS professionals.

Question 4

A homeowner requests that the RMS skip the post-mitigation radon test to save money. What should the RMS do?

Accepted Answer

Explain that post-mitigation testing is required by standards and strongly recommend it

Answer

Post-mitigation testing is required by AARST-ANSI standards to verify system performance; the RMS must advise the client accordingly even if they decline.

Question 5

Which scenario represents a scope-of-practice violation for a certified RMS?

Accepted Answer

Providing structural engineering opinions about foundation cracks

Answer

Structural engineering assessments fall outside the RMS scope of practice and require a licensed structural engineer.

(RMS) Radon Mitigation Specialist Practice Test

(RMS) Radon Mitigation Specialist Practice Test

RMS RMS Professional Development 4