A Summary of Assessing Noise Impact

Noise is an everyday occurrence for each and every person. It might be noise from a construction site, railway, or roadway. It could be something as simple as loud music from a passing car or the HVAC system in the building within which we work. Regardless of the source, noise is a constant reminder of progress and potential. However, for some the noise level can become bothersome and, in some situations, even dangerous. They can distract assembly line works, resulting in injury. It the noise level is loud enough it can even cause health problems for those exposed. In order to ensure safe workplaces, noise impact assessments are many times necessary.

At Valcoustics, we employ the very best noise study consultants in the business. They provide invaluable information to help dampen unwanted sounds and noises in specific areas. The noise might be coming from external environmental factors or within the very structure itself. Whether annoying, dangerous, or simply intrusive, these consultants can offer real world solutions to noise problems.

Noise Impact Assessments at a Glance

A noise impact study is warranted during the construction process of specific projects. These might include the following:

• Roads
• Buildings
• Mines
• Dams
• Factories
• Hospitals
• Schools

All of these projects can have both positive and negative impacts on the surrounding area. Certainly, they would provide employment for many people and generate income for the area. However, they might also product harmful effects on the environment, communities, and people.

Noise impact assessments can help determine the possible impacts the noise of both the construction and continued operation of such projects will have on the surrounding area. While they make note of each of these impacts, they can also suggest ways of improving the positive aspects of each project. The goal is to simply inform the decision-makers about the project impacts to ensure proper protection be made to the environment and the inhabitants.

Participants in the Noise Impact Assessment

While noise study consultants are the ones conducting the assessment, there are many different people who participate to complete the noise study. Those groups of people can include the following:

• Experts and Scientists
• Indigenous Groups
• Members of the General Public

It is important to receive feedback and input from all parties listed above to ensure their opinions of the project are noted and taken into consideration. If you are planning new construction and are in need of noise assessment consultants, look no further than Valcoustics. We are your noise consultant experts. Reach out to us today to find out more. We offer a variety of services and are always willing to help companies with their new and existing projects with regard to noise control.