What is ISO 11690‑1 about?
ISO 11690‑1 is the first part of the ISO 11690 series of documents on acoustics. ISO 11690‑1 outlines strategies to be used in dealing with noise problems in existing and planned workplaces by describing basic concepts in noise control (noise reduction, noise emission, noise emission and noise exposure). ISO 11690‑1 is applicable to all types of workplaces and all types of sources of sound which are met in workplaces, including human activities.
ISO 11690‑1 includes those important strategies to adopt when buying a new machine or equipment. ISO 11690‑1 deals only with audible sound.
Who is ISO 11690‑1 for?
ISO 11690‑1 on noise control strategies in the workplace is useful for:
- Industries with heavy machinery
- Architects and suppliers of plants
- Acoustic engineers
- Health and safety officers
Why should you use ISO 11690‑1?
Noise control is an important aspect of occupational health and safety. It is essential that noise control measures be carried out to achieve the lowest reasonable levels of noise emission and noise exposure. If not regulated, continuous noise exposure can be hazardous to human health.
ISO 11690‑1 provides you with simple, brief information on some aspects of noise control in workplaces. ISO 11690‑1 can help you in implementing noise control at your workplace by providing you with noise control strategies and guides you in the decision-making process when assessing these strategies.
ISO 11690‑1 provides you with guidelines for noise control strategies and measures that ensure the reduction in the impact of noise on human beings at workplaces.
