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HMO’s and Sound Testing for Part E of the Building Regulations

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As urban areas continue to expand and human activities thrive, environmental noise pollution has become a significant concern. Among the many sources of noise pollution, construction activities have a notable impact on the surrounding environment and community well-being.

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Employers Guide to Managing Noise in the Workplace

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As urban areas continue to expand and human activities thrive, environmental noise pollution has become a significant concern. Among the many sources of noise pollution, construction activities have a notable impact on the surrounding environment and community well-being.

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Employers Guide to Health Surveillance

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Ideally, you would start the health surveillance before people are exposed to noise (ie for new starters or those changing jobs), to give a baseline. It can, however, be introduced at any time for employees already exposed to noise.

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Gym Noise: A Practical Guide to Gyms & Planning Permission

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Many factors contribute to the expansion of cities, including access to work as well as social and cultural amenities. The need for additional housing in city centres is under pressure and development of new residential dwellings aside commercial activities is becoming the norm. This article focuses on the growth of the fitness industry

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What is Structure Borne Sound? And how can it be reduced?

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When considering the installation of sound insulation in new buildings, one factor that must be taken into account is structure-borne sound. So, what is structure-borne sound and what steps can be taken to mitigate its effects?

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What is the Robust Details certification scheme?

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If you are involved in the construction industry then you will know the importance of meeting all building regulations. This is especially true in terms of sound insulation in buildings such as joined houses, bungalows or flats. Meeting the minimum regulations in this area will not only keep you within the law but provide more effectively insulated properties for people to live in.

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What is Impact Sound?

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Sound travels through buildings in different ways, by both airborne sound and structure-borne sound. One form of structure-borne sound is known as impact sound.

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What is Flanking Sound/Indirect Sound?

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As urban areas continue to expand and human activities thrive, environmental noise pollution has become a significant concern. Among the many sources of noise pollution, construction activities have a notable impact on the surrounding environment and community well-being.