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Noise measurements in the UK

World-class experts in the field of sound and vibration measurements discuss everything there is to know about noise measurement.

The most important thing to know about measuring sound measurement is that it’s the transmission of energy through vibrating air particles, which is a form of vibration. As a result, sound measurements are concerned with changes in local air pressure caused by noise energy.

You can study the following topics in this section of the course:

BS EN 61672:1-2013 sound level meters and noise sampling
BS EN 61652 noise dosemeters and noise exposure
BS EN 61672 noise monitoring terminals and environmental noise monitoring

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Transducer

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Noise in schools

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What is Sound?

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Tonality

Tonality What is tonality? Tonality is a measure of sound quality that correlates to how humans perceive the tonal components of sound. The tonality analysis identifies and measures tones in a certain noise spectrum. In acoustics, tonality is a subject of psychoacoustics, which studies the correlation between acoustical stimuli and hearing sensations. What is a […]

The best sound level meter

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The best noise monitor

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Speech Intelligibility

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RT60 Reverberation Time

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How to measure decibels?

There are as many different ways to measure decibels as there are decibel indicators. The most popular indicators are SPL, LEQ, and PEAK, depending on the noise measurements. However, this is just the beginning. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A3JQ0iDu98g What is a decibel? Decibel is a relative unit of measurement and each decibel is expressed as a ratio relative […]

How to choose the best sound level meter?

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Calibration

Calibration What is a calibration? According to ISO/IEC GUIDE 99:2007, calibration is an operation that establishes a relation between the quantity values and corresponding indications. A calibration may be expressed by a statement, calibration function, calibration diagram, calibration curve, or calibration table. According to the definition given in the International Vocabulary of Metrology (VIM4) calibration […]

Best noise dosimeter

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Control of noise at work regulations 2005

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 in the United Kingdom are modeled on the EU Noise Directive 2003/10/EC. The laws went into effect in April 2006 for most sectors. What is the The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005? The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 is a UK legal framework […]

Noise Monitoring

Noise Monitoring in the UK Noise monitoring in construction refers to the systematic measurement and analysis of noise levels within and surrounding a work site to ensure compliance with legal and safety standards. This practice is part of the British Standard BS 5228-1:2009+A1:2014, which provides a comprehensive code of practice for controlling noise and vibration […]

Occupational noise exposure

Occupational Noise Exposure in the UK Occupational noise exposure in the UK refers to continuous or high-intensity workplace sound levels that threaten the auditory health of employees. It is a major concern because sustained noise above safe thresholds can lead to permanent hearing loss, hinder communication, and increase the risk of accidents. The UK’s legal […]

Noise at Work in the UK

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