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DESIGN MANUAL FOR ROADS AND BRIDGESvolume 11 environmentalassessmentsection 3 environmentalassessmenttechniquesPart 7hD 213/11 – revision 1noise and vibrationSUMMARYThis revised Standard provides guidance on theassessment of the impacts that road projects may haveon levels of noise and vibration. This revision replacesthe previous Standard, and includes updated adviceon calculating night time noise levels, determining theextent of the study area and selecting appropriate trafficspeed data. Where appropriate, this standard may beapplied to existing roads.instructions for use1.Remove existing contents pages for Volume 11and insert new contents pages for Volume 11dated November 2011.2.Remove HA 213/11 dated February 2011 fromVolume 11, Section 3 and archive as necessary.3.Insert HD 213/11 into Volume 11, Section 3,Part 7.4.Please archive this sheet as appropriate.Note: A quarterly index with a full set of VolumeContents Pages is available separately from TheStationery Office Ltd.November 2011
design manual for roads and bridgesHD 213/11Volume 11, Section 3,Part 7Revision 1the highways agencyTRANSPORT SCOTLANDWelsh Governmentllywodraeth cymruthe department for regional developmentnorthern irelandNoise and VibrationSummary:This revised Standard provides guidance on the assessment of the impacts thatroad projects may have on levels of noise and vibration. This revision replacesthe previous Standard, and includes updated advice on calculating night timenoise levels, determining the extent of the study area and selecting appropriatetraffic speed data. Where appropriate, this standard may be applied to existingroads.
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DESIGN MANUAL FOR ROADS AND BRIDGESvolume 11 environmentalassessmentsection 3 environmentalassessmenttechniquesPart 7hD 213/11 – revision 1noise and vibrationContentsChapter1.Introduction2.Noise and Vibration – UK Highways3.Procedure for Assessing Impacts4.Design and Mitigation5.Management of Environmental Effects6.Monitoring and Evaluation7.Reporting of Assessments8.References9.EnquiriesAnnexes:November 20111.Assessment at Scoping, Simple and DetailedLevels2.Glossary of Acoustic and Other Terms3.Noise and Indices4.Additional Advice to CRTN Procedures5.Research into Traffic Noise and Vibration6.Assessing Traffic Noise and Vibration Nuisance7.Additional Guidance when UndertakingMeasurements
Volume 11 Section 3Part 7 HD 213/11Chapter 1Introduction1. introductionBackgroundPurpose1.1 Although the previous version of this Standardwas published in April 2011, this revision has beennecessary in order to clarify some aspects of theguidance. These include:1.4 The purpose of this document is to provideguidance for those undertaking noise and vibrationassessments of impacts from road projects, such thatall assessments are undertaken in an appropriateand consistent manner using best practice, which iscompliant with requirements of the relevant legislation. revision to the advice on calculating nighttime noise and undertaking night-time noiseassessment;clarification on determining the extent of thestudy area; andupdated advice on selecting appropriate trafficspeed data.Scope1.2 This Standard sets out the requirements tobe adhered to in undertaking noise and vibrationassessments, as well as providing guidance on themethodology to be used when assessing the noiseand vibration impacts arising from all road projects,including new construction, improvements andmaintenance. This Section should be read in conjunctionwith the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges(DMRB), Volume 11, Sections 1 and 2, which set outthe overall framework for the environmental assessmentprocess. A full description of the technical terms usedin this Section is given in Annex 2. A description of thegeneral terms used during environmental assessment isprovided in Volume 11, Section 2.1.3 The second chapter of this document covershow noise and vibration relates to the UK Highways,including legislation. Chapter 3 covers a brief overviewof the assessment process. Advice on design andmitigation is given in Chapter 4 and guidance on themanagement of environmental effects is presentedin Chapter 5. Chapter 6 covers the monitoring andevaluation of noise impacts. The requirementsfor reporting are given in Chapter 7, with the fullassessment methodology described in Annex 1.November 2011Mandatory Sections1.5 Sections of this document containingmandatory requirements are identified by beingcontained in boxes. These requirements mustbe complied with or a prior agreement to aDeparture from Standard must be obtained fromthe Overseeing Organisation. The text outsideboxes contains advice and explanation, which iscommended to users for consideration.1.6 While this Standard provides a series of generalmethods for assessing potential impacts on the noise andvibration environment, it is inevitable that there will beunique situations where a requirement of the Standardis inappropriate or that an aspect is not covered by theStandard. GD 01 (Introduction to the Design Manualfor Roads and Bridges) provides further details on theprocess of applying for a Departure from Standard.Equality Impact Assessment1.7 This guidance seeks to improve the noise andvibration environment and, in turn, should benefitall human users. Any adverse or beneficial impactsthat result from the introduction and adoption of thisguidance are not expected to discriminate against anydefined group in society. No equality impact assessmenthas been carried out in the development of this Standardas it is not considered relevant.1/1
Chapter 1IntroductionVolume 11 Section 3Part 7 HD 213/11Devolved Administration Issues1.8 This document covers England, Wales, Scotlandand Northern Ireland. The method used for assessmentis the same for all countries. However, some aspectsof legislation are different, and these are detailed inChapter 2. The users of this document should alwayscheck if other differences exist.1.9 The Environmental Noise Directive 2002/49/ECrelates to the assessment and management ofenvironmental noise in EU member states. Theimplementation of this Directive, through subsequentRegulations, is dealt with differently by each country.During an assessment, reporting and subsequentinterpretation of results, any specific requirements of therelevant Regulations should be considered.Implementation and Feedback1.10 The Standard must be used forthwith on allroad projects for the assessment of noise and vibrationimpacts associated with construction, improvements,operation and maintenance associated with motorwaysand trunk roads (and roads designated by theOverseeing Organisation in Northern Ireland) exceptwhere the procurement of works has reached a stage atwhich, in the opinion of the Overseeing Organisation,its use would result in significant additional expenseor delay progress (in which case the decision must berecorded in accordance with the procedure required bythe Overseeing Organisation).Feedback1.11 Any comments or feedback regarding the technicalcontent and suggestions to improve this document shouldbe directed to the Standards Feedback&enquiries@highways.gsi.gov.uk mailbox or the KPGI Team atHighways Agency Woodlands, Bedford, MK41 7LW.1.12 It is expected that those applying using thisguidance will have experience and understanding of thenoise and vibration effects associated with road projects.1/2November 2011
Volume 11 Section 3Part 7 HD 213/11Chapter 2Noise and Vibration – UK Highways2. Noise and Vibration – UK HighwaysDefinition of Noise and Vibration2.1 Traffic noise is a general term used to definethe noise from traffic using the road network. A trafficstream is made up of a variety of vehicle types whichhave their own individual noise sources. Close to aroad individual vehicles can be distinguished in thetraffic stream, but further from the road the influence ofindividual vehicles is less noticeable as the noise fromtraffic becomes a continuous drone.2.2 A road project has the potential to cause bothincreases and decreases in traffic noise on an existingroad by altering the traffic composition. In the case of anew road, for example a bypass, a completely new noisesource can be created.2.3 The impact of a road project at any location canbe reported in terms of changes in absolute noise level.In the UK the standard index used for traffic noise is theLA10,18h level, which is quoted in decibels.2.4 The effect on people from a road project canalso be reported in terms of nuisance. The assessmentof nuisance in this document is based on the averagepercentage of people who were interviewed and hadexpressed a considerable degree of bother at the levelof noise experienced when at home. This measureof nuisance has been correlated with external noiselevels based on the standard index used for trafficnoise (LA10,18h). It should be noted that this definition ofnuisance is not the same as that used in some statutorydocuments.2.5 For assessing the impact of noise from roadtraffic at night, the index Lnight,outside is to be used. Thisnoise index is recognised in the WHO publication‘Night Noise Guidelines for Europe’ as an indicator ofthe long-term impact of night time noise on health.2.6 The construction process of a road project alsohas the potential to cause noise impacts. The impact ofconstruction activities is usually reported in terms ofchanges in absolute noise level using the LAeq index,although the maximum noise level, often referred to asthe LAmax, from any one activity may also be assessed.November 20112.7 A road project also has the potential to causenuisance and physical damage through vibration.Vibration is a low frequency disturbance producingphysical movement in buildings and their occupants.These impacts can happen during the operation ofan existing or new road, during the improvement ormaintenance of an existing road, and also during theconstruction of a new road. Vibration can be transmittedthrough the air or through the ground. Airbornevibration from traffic can be produced by the enginesor exhausts of road vehicles with dominant frequenciesin the 50-100 Hz range. Ground-borne vibration ismore often in the 8-20 Hz range and is produced by theinteraction between rolling wheels and the road surface.Ground-borne vibration is usually measured in termsof Peak Particle Velocity, or PPV, which is measured interms of movement in mm/s.2.8 The technical definitions of the various noiseindices discussed in the above sections can be foundin Annex 2.Legislative Framework2.9 Article 3 of Directive 85/337/EEC (as amended)requires Member States to assess the effects of noisefrom projects. This legislation provides the basis for theassessment process. In addition, there are several sets oflegislation that provide the means to redress the adverseimpacts of traffic noise and vibration resulting fromthe construction and use of new and improved roads onboth land and people. These are set out in paragraphs2.10 to 2.22.New and Improved Roads – OperationLand Compensation Act 1973Land Compensation (Scotland) Act 19732.10 Part I of the Land Compensation Act provides ameans by which compensation can be paid to ownersof land or property which has experienced a loss invalue caused by the use of public works, such as newor improved roads. Noise and vibration are two of thefactors which would be considered in any claims forcompensation, but the claim should consider all changesand effects, including betterment.2/1
Chapter 2Noise and Vibration – UK Highways2.11 Claims can be made under Part I of the Actfrom 1 to 7 years after the opening of a road project.However, consideration of the likely extent of claimsmay be made during the design phase of a road projectfollowing the completion of statutory processes.The Noise Insulation Regulations 1975(as amended 1988)The Noise Insulation (Scotland) Regulations 1975The Noise Insulation Regulations (Northern Ireland)19952.12 The Noise Insulation Regulations 1975(as amended 1988) were made under Part II of theLand Compensation Act 1973. The Noise Insulation(Scotland) Regulations 1975 were made under theLand Compensation (Scotland) Act 1973. The NoiseInsulation Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1995 weremade under the Land Acquisition and Compensation(Northern Ireland) Order 1973.2.13 With the exception of the Regulations applicableto Northern Ireland, Regulation 3 imposes a duty onauthorities to undertake or make a grant in respect ofthe cost of undertaking noise insulation work in or toeligible buildings. This is subject to meeting certaincriteria given in the Regulation. Regulation 4 providesauthorities with discretionary powers to undertake ormake a grant in respect of the cost of undertaking noiseinsulation work in or to eligible buildings, subject tomeeting certain criteria given in the Regulation. Adviceon the use of this discretionary power should be soughtfrom the Overseeing Organisation.2.14 In the Regulations applicable to Northern Ireland,Regulation 5 imposes a duty on the relevant authorityto undertake or make a grant in respect of the cost ofundertaking noise insulation work in or to eligiblebuildings. Regulation 6 provides the authority withdiscretionary powers to undertake or make a grant inrespect of the cost of undertaking noise insulation workin or to eligible buildings, subject to meeting certaincriteria given in the Regulation. Advice on the use ofthis discretionary power should be sought from theOverseeing Organisation.2.15 It is noted that in Scotland, for the assessment ofeligibility under the Noise Insulation Regulations, theuse of the methodology provided in The Memorandumto Regulations 3 and 6 of the Noise Insulation(Scotland) Regulations should be used. This differsfrom England, Wales and Northern Ireland, where themethodology contained within CRTN should be used2/2Volume 11 Section 3Part 7 HD 213/11when calculating entitlement under the relevant NoiseInsulation Regulations.The Highways Noise Payments and Movable Homes(England) Regulations 2000 (as amended 2001)The Highways Noise Payments (Movable Homes)(Wales) Regulations 20012.16 The Highways Noise Payments and MovableHomes (England) Regulations 2000 and The HighwaysNoise Payments (Movable Homes) (Wales) Regulations2001, provide highway authorities with a discretionarypower to provide a noise payment where new roads areto be constructed or existing ones altered. The relevantRegulations set out the criteria which should be appliedin assessing eligibility for making such payments.Advice on the use of this discretionary power shouldbe sought from the Overseeing Organisation. It is notedthat there is no similar Regulation in Scotland.New and Improved Roads – Construction andMaintenanceThe Noise Insulation Regulations 1975(as amended 1988)The Noise Insulation (Scotland) Regulations 1975The Noise Insulation Regulations (Northern Ireland)19952.17 With the exception of the Regulations applicableto Northern Ireland, Regulation 5 provides relevantauthorities with discretionary powers to undertake ormake a grant in respect of the cost of undertaking noiseinsulation work in or to eligible buildings with respectto construction noise. This is subject to meeting certaincriteria given in the Regulation. In the Regulationsapplicable to Northern Ireland, Regulation 7 providessuch discretionary powers to construction noise. Adviceon the use of this discretionary power should be soughtfrom the Overseeing Organisation.Control of Pollution Act 19742.18 The Control of Pollution Act 1974 Section 61sets out procedures for those undertaking works toobtain ‘Prior Consent’ for construction works withinagreed noise limits.2.19 Applications for such consent are made to therelevant local authority and contain a method statementof the works and the steps to be taken to minimisenoise. Under Section 60 of the Act, the local authorityhas powers to attach conditions to, limit or qualify anyNovember 2011
Volume 11 Section 3Part 7 HD 213/11consent to allow for changes and limit the duration ofany consents. It is noted that although it is generallyfor those undertaking the works to decide whether ornot to seek such consent, this is also dependent on thecustom and practice of the local authority. Some localauthorities request demonstration of best practicablemeans rather than formal ‘Prior Consent’ applications.2.20 For the control of noise and vibration atconstruction sites, BS 5228: 2009 (Ref 9) (Code ofPractice for noise and vibration control on constructionand open sites – Part 1: Noise & Part 2: Vibration)provides guidance for predicting construction noiseand also provides advice on noise and vibration controltechniques.Environmental Protection Act 19902.21 Under Part III of the Environmental ProtectionAct 1990 local authorities have a duty to investigatenoise complaints from premises (land and buildings)and vehicles, machinery or equipment in the street.It does not apply to road traffic noise but may beapplicable to some construction activities. The Noiseand Statutory Nuisance Act 1993 amended Part IIIof the Environmental Protection Act 1990 by placingadditional definitions in the list of statutory nuisancesin Section 79 of the Environmental Protection Act.The definitions relate to nuisance caused by vehicles,machinery and equipment in the road.2.22 If a local authority’s Environmental HealthOfficer is satisfied that a complaint amounts to astatutory nuisance then the authority must serve anabatement notice on the person responsible or in certaincases the owner or occupier of the property. The noticecould require that the noise or nuisance must be stoppedaltogether or limited to certain times of the day.Other Legislation and PolicyThe Environmental Noise (England) Regulations2006 (as amended 2008, 2009)The Environmental Noise (Northern Ireland)Regulations 2006The Environmental Noise (Scotland) Regulations 2006The Environmental Noise (Wales) Regulations 2006(as amended 2009)2.23 The above Environmental Noise Regulationshave been introduced into the UK to implement theAssessment and Management of Environmental NoiseNovember 2011Chapter 2Noise and Vibration – UK HighwaysDirective 2002/49/EC. This Directive relates to theassessment and management of environmental noisein EU member states. At the time of publication ofthis standard and in the future, Noise Action Plans andadditional guidance may be available to those carryingout noise and vibration assessments that might needto be taken into account during the assessment of roadprojects. One such published example is Scotland’sDraft Transportation Noise Action Plan. Advice shouldbe sought from the Overseeing Organisations toestablish the relevant information and guidance whichneeds to be considered during the assessment process.National Noise PolicyNoise Policy Statement for England, DEFRA2.24 DEFRA released the Noise Policy Statement forEngland (NPSE) in March 2010. The NPSE vision is topromote good health and a good quality of life throughthe effective management of noise within the contextof Government policy on sustainable development. Toachieve this vision the NPSE sets out the followingaims for the effective management and control ofenvironmental, neighbour and neighbourhood noisewithin the context of Government policy on sustainabledevelopment: avoid significant adverse impacts on health andquality of life; mitigate and minimise adverse impacts on healthand quality of life; and where possible, contribute to improvement ofhealth and quality of life.Advice should be sought from the Highways Agencyto establish the extent t
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