Employers Guide to Managing Noise in the Workplace
When considering a new workplace or modifying an existing one, noise emissions and noise exposure can be limited by careful choice of design, layout and the construction materials used for the building.
Employers Guide to Health Surveillance
Ideally, you would start the health surveillance before people are exposed to noise (ie for new starters or those changing jobs), to give a baseline.
A critical analysis and evaluation of the impact of the changes from BS4142:1997’s to BS4142:2014
The most recent publication in 2014 has seen the most comprehensive revision of the standard.
Gym Noise: A Practical Guide to Gyms & Planning Permission
Many factors contribute to the expansion of cities, including access to work as well as social and cultural amenities.
What is Structure Borne Sound? And how can it be reduced?
When considering the installation of sound insulation in new buildings, one factor that must be taken into account is structure-borne sound.
What is the Robust Details certification scheme?
If you are involved in the construction industry then you will know the importance of meeting all building regulations.
What is Impact Sound?
Sound travels through buildings in different ways, by both airborne sound and structure-borne sound. One form of structure-borne sound is known as impact sound.
What is Flanking Sound/Indirect Sound?
Flanking and indirect sounds move from room to room and travel indirectly over or around a soundproof element. A common occurrence of flanking is when sound is transmitted through a floor, beyond a separate partition despite the fact that the partition may provide good sound insulation to prevent sounds that are directly transmitted.
What is Airborne Sound?
When designing buildings, there are different types of sounds that should be considered when thinking about sound insulation. One of those types of sounds is airborne sound, which is sound that travels through the air.
Sound Insulation in Flats & Houses. How much Sound Insulation is Good Enough?
Sound insulation is the reduction in sound experienced across a partition, such as a dividing wall between offices or rooms in a house or flat. Suitable sound insulation is incredibly important regardless of the building type for privacy and to ensure that the construction meets all of the relevant Building Regulations.
