HEATH RISKS (pt2:0) Flashcards
1
Q
What has been an increasingly serious problem?
A
As people become more reliant on transport modes, traffic noise is becoming an increasingly serious problem
2
Q
What is the recommended reduction of noise levels by road traffic
A
53 decibels (dB),any noise above this lvl is associated with adverse heath effects
3
Q
how manu Europeans are exposed to rd traffic noise lvls about 53dB
A
1 in f4 Europeans are exposed to rd traffic noise lvls above 53dB
4
Q
What are some outcomes to excessive noise lvls?
A
-disturb sleep
-reduce work performance
-provoke annoyance
-cause mental stress
-resuly in hearing impairment
-trigger hearth-related illnesses
