CE354 Midterm

Question 1

recognized noise as a health hazard in 1859
when she wrote “Unnecessary noise is the most cruel abuse of care which can be inflicted on either the sick or the well”

Answer 1

Florence Nightingale

Question 2

refers to the excessive and disruptive noise that interferes with normal activities and quality of life

Answer 2

Noise pollution

Question 3

What are the Sources of Noise Pollution?

Answer 3

• Urban Traffic
• Industrial Machinery
• Construction Sites
• Airports and Railways
• Recreational Activities

Question 4

the volume of vehicles on roads can be extremely high, especially during peak commuting hours.

Answer 4

URBAN TRAFFIC

Question 5

Noise from equipments like compressors, generators, pumps, motors, fans, grinders, drills, presses, and conveyor systems.

Answer 5

INDUSTRIAL MACHINERY

Question 6

It generates a lot of noise from equipment operation and construction-related activities.

Answer 6

CONSTRUCTION SITES

Question 7

These are significant sources of noise particularly for communities located near these transportation hubs.

Answer 7

AIRPORTS AND RAILWAYS

Question 8

A noise from activities such as outdoor concerts, music festivals, sports events, and other large gatherings can generate significant noise levels.

Answer 8

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Question 9

What are the HEALTH IMPACTS of Noise Pollution?

Answer 9

• Hearing Loss
• Sleep Disturbances
• Increased Stress Levels
• Hypertension
• Cardiovascular Diseases
• Impaired Cognitive Function

Question 10

An administrative orders and guidelines, the noise standard is establishedper area type to regulate noise pollution.

Answer 10

RA 8749

Question 11

With RA 8749 or The Clean Air Act, it is with the help of?

Answer 11

DENR

Question 12

5 Types Areas to Regulate NOISE POLLUTION

Answer 12

• Residential Areas
• Commercial Areas
• ndustrial Areas
• Mixed-Use Areas
• Institutional Areas