Meaning of exposure standard for noise
56 Meaning of exposure standard for noise
In this regulation:
exposure standard for noise, in relation to a person, means—
LAeq,8h of 85 dB(A); or
LC,peak of 140 dB(C).
In this section:
LAeq,8h means the eight‑hour equivalent continuous A‑weighted sound pressure level in decibels (dB(A)) referenced to 20 micropascals, determined in accordance with AS/NZS 1269.1:2005 (Occupational noise management—Measurement and assessment of noise immission and exposure).
Note AS/NZS 1269.1:2005 does not need to be notified under the Legislation Act because s 47 (5) does not apply (see s 15 and Legislation Act, s 47 (7)). The standard may be purchased at www.standards.org.au.
LC,peak means the C‑weighted peak sound pressure level in decibels (dB(C)) referenced to 20 micropascals, determined in accordance with AS/NZS 1269.1:2005 (Occupational noise management—Measurement and assessment of noise immission and exposure).
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