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The project ES and Supplementary Environmental Information (SEI) identifies receptors that are potentially sensitive to noise and vibration impacts, including noise and vibration from construction traffic, together with mitigation measures for the project. Standard noise and vibration mitigation techniques will require to be considered, such as specified working times and use of low noise emitting plant and equipment, detail of these measures shall be presented in the project EMP. As a minimum the following standards shall be adhered to:


BS5228 - Noise and vibration control on construction and open sites Environmental Protection Act 1990 Noise and Statutory Nuisance Act 1993.


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Best practice noise mitigation measures, to be implemented and controlled through the Noise and Vibration Management Scheme, will include:


Management of construction operating hours


Implementation of traffic management measures such as agreed routes for construction traffic Use of screens and noise barriers / acoustic screens


Construction site layout to minimise or avoid reversing with use of banksmen where appropriate. Output noise from reversing alarms set at levels for health and safety compliance


Use of modern, fit for purpose, well maintained plant and equipment to minimise noise generation. Plant and vehicles will be fitted with mufflers / silencers maintained in good working order. Use of silenced equipment, as far as possible and low impact type compressors and generators fitted with lined and sealed acoustic covers. Doors and covers housing noise emitting plant will be kept closed when machines are in use


No music or radios to be played on site Ensuring engines are switched off when machines are idle


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


Outline Code of Construction Practice. Version 3.


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