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2014 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
4. Noise Pollution Control
Author : Alireza Bahadori
Published in: Pollution Control in Oil, Gas and Chemical Plants
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
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Abstract
In simple terms, noise is unwanted sound. Noise can disturb human’s work, rest, sleep and communication, and it can damage hearing. Indeed, the most important issue is industrial noise problem and a need for noise control and hearing conservation programs. This chapter provides guidelines comprising: (a) Brief explanation of the principle and essential standards for noise emitted by machineries and equipment. (b) Brief explanation of the principle underlying standards for noise in workplace areas, and noise control procedures in plants/complexes, offices, conference rooms, etc. (c) Brief explanation of the principle for vibration control.