Environmental study
- Environmental impact studies of industrial or recreational noise sources.
- Acoustic impact of machinery or industrial elements in residential areas.
- Proposals for solutions to comply with regulations.
- Environmental studies for temporary events such as fairs, festivals or permanent installations.
- Project definition: describe in detail the event or activity that will generate noise, including its location, duration and technical characteristics.
- Noise source identification: identify all noise sources present during the event, such as equipment, generators and associated traffic.
- Background noise measurement: (where possible) measure the existing noise level in the area without the sources for reference.
- Noise modelling: use specialist software to predict how noise will propagate from the identified sources to the surrounding area.
- Impact assessment: Then compare the predicted noise levels with limits set by local regulations and assess the potential impact on people’s health and well-being.
- Mitigation proposals: propose measures to reduce the noise impact, such as installing noise barriers, limiting opening hours or using less noisy equipment.
- Public consultation: involve the community and stakeholders to get their views and concerns about noise.
- Final report: compiling all the information into a detailed report to be reviewed by stakeholders.
Area model
The study area is modelled with sources of noise that impact on residential areas.
Immission levels in residential areas and facades.
The sound immission level in the area and at the facades of the dwellings is calculated.
Solutions
The solution may be action on source levels, the installation of barriers, or both.
Results
Solutions are checked to ensure that they comply with the relevant regulations.
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