Urbanization results because people who live in rural areas are attracted to urban areas for work, leisure and educational purposes. However, urbanization creates the conundrum of noise pollution because a rapid increase in population generates more noise. Noise pollution is unwanted sound which irritates and disturbs people. There are four main categories: residential, industrial, traffic and leisure. In this essay, both the physical and psychological impacts of noise pollution will be discussed. Furthermore, the ways to address those problems by the interaction of government and citizens will also be examined.
First of all, noise pollution is a serious issue currently. It agitates humans physically and, as a result, people become inefficient in their daily work. Noise pollution contributes to the problem of hearing impairment, which results in further issues such as despondency, feeling of being neglected and the sense of isolation (Goines&Hagler 2007, pp.289). A study by Goines&Hagler (2007, pp.289) shows that it is hazardous if a sound level in excess of 85 dB is suffered for more than eight hours. Goines&Hagler (2007, pp.289) states that “In 2001, it was estimated that 12.5% of American children between the ages of 6 to 19 years had impaired hearing in one or both ears”. Noise poses a dilemma for the humans as it interferes with the communication abilities. As a result, problems of misconception and irrelevant presentation occurs(Goines&Hagler 2007, pp.290). Furthermore noise also provokes inconvenience sleep, noise which frequently interrupt in the night time are environment and resident noise which accompanies with vibration produced by vehicles(Goines&Hagler 2007, pp.290). Noise pollution has a significant influence on th...
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...t of fight in and out of an airport and imposes restriction of flights in the night time. The Rule of Air and Air Traffic Control Regulation states that flight are disallowed to fly over a crowd area below the height of 1500 feets above the highest building.
In conclusion, noise is irritating and annoying. The deleterious effects of noise pollution, such as hearing impairment, heart problems and sleep disturbance, indicates the great need for prohibition of noise pollution. The best method of control for noise pollution is if the government and people cooperate to reduce the noise level. (more) Significantly, since noise pollution is particularly hazardous to health. Therefore this issue should be emphasized in society through publishing articles in newspapers and educating younger generations about the impacts of noise pollution, in order to alleviate the problem.
The unit used to measure the intensity of sound is called the decibel(dB). Sounds that measure up to 75dB are considered to be in the "safe zone". Constant exposure to to sound at these levels are very unlikely to cause any lasting damage to long term hearing. The sound of regular volume conversation measures at around 60dB and the sound of a running dishwasher measures at roughly 75dB. Sounds around the 85dB level are considered a moderate risk to hearing. Exposure at these levels for extened periods of time may lead to some form of damage causing NIHL. Sounds at these levels include heavy traffic and crowded areas at 85dB, active subway stations at 95dB and listening to an mp3 player with ear buds at maximum volume at 105dB in which listening for just 15 minutes can cause permanent damage. Sound at 120dB and above are in the "danger zone". This level of sound is to be avoided at all cost as exposure even for a short pulse will lead to immediate permanent damage. This level includes the sound of ambulance sirens at 120dB, a jet taking off at 140dB and gunshots at 165 dB and above. (Rabinowitz,
Noise is ubiquitous in our environment. (Pediatrics , 1997) It is undesirable sound, unwanted sound. Sound is what we hear. It is vibration in a medium, usually air. Sound has intensity, frequency and duration. The ability to hear sounds at certain frequencies is more readily lost in response to noise. (Pediatrics , 1997). The further you are from sound the less effect you hear it but the more closer you are to sound the louder it is.
Noise (Noise induced hearing loss NIHL): Another occupational hazard that contributes to workplace injury is excessive noise. Excessive noise may have adverse effects, which include, high blood pressure, stress, reduced performance and noise induced hearing loss. While there are other factors contributing to NIHL, the shortage of prevention is a high contributor. Engineering controls is one way of reducing noise at its source (Nelson et al. 20...
One of the major problems that society faces today is noise pollution. Everywhere people go there is always something that is making a sound. It can be very loud such as a plane flying overhead, or it could be quiet like the fan of a computer. When a person is exposed to certain noises for extended periods of time it can not only damage their hearing, but also effect their mood, energy level, and productivity. As a result, there has been a push in the last fifty years or so to silence some of the annoying sounds that assault people’s ears everyday. While it might seem as simple as covering ones ears, the scientific community has been applying their knowledge in the hope of creating a more peaceful world.
Taken together, we suggest that it is important to expand the irrelevant sound effect to examine its applications on different ecological important tasks and environmental settings. Adopting an ecological approach to study the irrelevant sound effect in different applied setting, such as studying with music and office noise abatement, will advance our understanding on the practical importance of the irrelevant sound effect.
The noise of Aircrafts was historically a major environmental issue for the airline. It is still high on the agenda of public concern. Noise disturbance has a variety of difficult issues to assess because it is open for self- reactions. Its impact is not one permanently on the actual environment, but it can have many effects on the people living in the area of the airport, including: interference in c...
,Earth Berms and Retaining Structures and Non-acoustical Consideration. This report first to introduce the eight considerations listed on above and give the case study of noise barrier in Hong Kong to make a analysis to know is it excellent or not.
So the FAA in its commitment to manage and oversee the commercial aircraft transportation industry implemented legislation such as the 14 CFR Part 150 Airport Noise Compatibility Planning and Part 161, which contains requirements governing airport noise and access restrictions. These programs are aimed at increasing the understanding impact of noise has, identifying solutions to reduce those impacts, and educating the public on the issues and ongoing efforts of noise reduction in and around high traffic airports. The FAA in conjunction with airports such as JFK International has also developed programs such as the Residential Acoustical Treatment Program (RATP), which is a program that “determines which neighbourhoods, noise-sensitive public buildings, and local jurisdictional boundaries lie within the noise-impacted area surrounding the Airport. Facilities identified by the studies are eligible to receive noise mitigation treatments” according to http://www.burbankairport.com/noise/noise-issues.html or acoustical treatment by installing better insulation in homes and surrounding buildings. Adopting new or improved zoning ordinances or controls to prevent no-compatible development of land (primarily residential) within the noise impact areas of an airport, along with
Shifts in hearing thresholds can result in excessive exposure to any kind of sound. It not matters whether the sound is pleasant or not nor the music genre, the degree of noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) depends on the intensity and frequency characteristics of the noise, along with its duration and the intermittency of the exposure. Individual genetic and environmental factors also play important part(Bovo, Ciorba, & Martini, 2007).
vociferous noises are offensive and punishable by law. The law is called noise pollution. The
Existing residents have identified the potential for noise pollution whilst construction is occurring. To assist in elevating any fears, construction would be undertaken only over set hours and will be monitored to ensure compliance with any mitigation measures. A buffer zone will also be constructed. Through the use of vegetation noise levels associated with construction and road use, noise levels can be reduced by 3-7 dB and visual impacts reduced. (Arenas 2008 p. 175)
Noise pollution is also major cause of environmental problem of Dhaka.according to WHO(world health organization) 60db of sound can make a man deaf temporarily and 100 db can cause complete deafness.
Living in the curse of pollution, where everyday our life is at the mayhem of polluted air, loud sound, honking, here is a person who for the last 28 years fights against the noise-makers of the street. The 52-year-old Kolkata businessman Kailash Mohta started his initiative in 1989 to make people aware about the effects of honking. However, this crusader started his
Generally, nuisance is a something that indecent or offensive to any individual or to society, especially the violation of the rights of their laws. Besides that, nuisance in the common law stated that it always involved with environment problem and it is among the earliest forum for environment protection. This paper is to highlight what are the causes that lead to the occurrence of nuisance. Besides that, we will also determine the types of nuisance and the impact to the business.
I find that if I 'm really trying to concentrate, noises bother me even more. But, relaxing, enjoying nature, and doing nothing are all times that noises can still bother me - especially certain bodily noises or footsteps.