< div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1 cdone2" > < span class=" Head3 cdone" > 1.1< / span> & #x00a0 This guide covers many measurement methods and criteria for evaluating environmental noise. It includes the following:

< div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.1< / span> & #x00a0 The use of weightings, penalties, and normalization factors

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.2< / span> & #x00a0 Types of noise measurements and criteria, indicating their limitations and best uses

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.3< / span> & #x00a0 Sources of criteria

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.4< / span> & #x00a0 Recommended procedures for criteria selection

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.5< / span> & #x00a0 A catalog of selected available criteria and

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.1.6< / span> & #x00a0 Suggested applications of sound level measurements and criteria.

< / div> < / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1 cdone2" > < span class=" Head3 cdone" > 1.2< / span> & #x00a0 < span class=" Head3Title cdone" > Criteria Selection& #x2014 < / span> This guide will assist users in selecting criteria for the following:

< div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.2.1< / span> & #x00a0 Evaluating the effect of existing or potential outdoor sounds on a community or

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel3" > < p class=" subsec2 cdone2" > < span class=" Head4 cdone" > 1.2.2< / span> & #x00a0 Establishing or revising local noise ordinances, codes, or bylaws, including performance standards in zoning regulations.

< / div> < / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1 cdone2" > < span class=" Head3 cdone" > 1.3< / span> & #x00a0 < span class=" Head3Title cdone" > Reasons for Criteria& #x2014 < / span> This guide discusses the many reasons for noise criteria, ways sound can be measured and specified, and advantages and disadvantages of the most widely used types of criteria. The guide refers the user to appropriate documents for more detailed information and guidance. The listing of specific criteria includes national government regulatory requirements. Users needing further general background on sound and sound measurement are directed to the books listed in the References section.

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" subsec1 cdone2" > < span class=" Head3 cdone" > 1.4< / span> & #x00a0 < span class=" Head3Title cdone" > Criteria in Regulations& #x2014 < / span> Certain criteria are specified to be used by government regulation, law, or ordinance for specific purposes. Ease of enforcement and cost impact on government are considerations for these criteria. They may not be the most appropriate criteria in some circumstances. This guide will discuss the limitations of these criteria.

< / div> < div class=" SectionLevel2" > < p class=" caveat cdone2" > < span class=" Head3 cdone" > 1.5< / span> & #x00a0 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

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