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Elimination of noise in new plant and workplaces

Noise control measures can include the design of the installation area and the design and construction of a new workplace. Guidance for designers, manufacturers and suppliers of plant on noise levels is provided in appendix 5 of the Noise Advisory Standard 2004 (now known as a Code of Practice).

Where plant is designed for a particular workplace, designers should:

AS/NZS 2107 Acoustics: Recommended design sound levels and reverberation times for building interiors (non-Queensland Government link) gives information on acceptable design sound levels for various building interiors.

Last updated October 24, 2005