May 2012
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - There is no development and progress without noise and we have to bear with that. But at times, it can be a great nuisance for many of us, especially if the noise comes fro
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - Building and construction projects are generally huge development projects and they usually take place in quiet localities. Some big projects may not take from scratch as s
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - The noise from demolition sites can create problems for noise sensitive areas such as hospitals, nursing homes, mental institutions, schools, churches and private residence
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - Why do construction and demolition works generate excessive amount of noise? For one, it is because they are often carried in open spaces. For two, though they are temporar
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - Excessive noise and vibration coming out from demolition sites are often due to: • Ineffective barriers • Operating power tools and equipment such as rotary drills, gen
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - • Noisy work early in the morning or late in the night • Operating tools and equipment without silencers • Overuse of the tools and equipment
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - The noise and vibration from construction and demolition works at many times are annoying and unacceptable to residents living and working in nearby premises and to those i
(http://ancfoster.com.au) - What can contractors and workers do to reduce noise and vibration during work? • Workers should operate tools and equipment (including power drills, excavators, wrecking