Table 26.3.Embedded Mitigation – these measures Embedded Mitigation relating to Noise and Vibration Parameter


General Construction


Mitigation measures embedded into the project design


Consideration of noise levels when selecting construction methods and equipment used. A draft DCO condition will state that no stage of the connection works shall commence until a written scheme for noise and vibration management for that stage has been submitted to and approved by the relevant planning authority. The scheme for noise and vibration management must form part of the Code of Construction Practice (CoCP).


Training of construction workers on site to ensure noise is considered through all stages of the construction works.


Careful timing of any particularly noisy activities.


Implementation of a CoCP and Traffic Management Plan which could include traffic management measures such as agreed routes for construction traffic. Development area layouts to minimise or avoid reversing vehicles. Locating highest noise emitting plant and activities farthest away from residences. Use of modern, quiet equipment to minimise noise generation. Ensuring engines are switched off when machines are idle.


Registration with the ‘Considerate Constructors Scheme’, which includes independent inspection of the environmental performance of development areas.


Regular communication with site neighbours to inform them of the construction schedule, and when noisy activities are likely to occur.


Where appropriate, noise monitoring to check noise levels in response to any concerns if raised.


Landfall No embedded mitigation further to the general measures listed above.


Preliminary Environmental Information May 2014


East Anglia THREE Offshore Windfarm


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