In:
The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America, Acoustical Society of America (ASA), Vol. 69, No. S1 ( 1981-05-01), p. S78-S78
Abstract:
The accuracy of noise dosimeter measurements has been questioned for a number of years. The questions are of importance not only for technical reasons but also because legally binding decisions may be based on these measurements. The effect of impulsive noise on total dose is shown mathematically to be potentially quite substantial; several dBA more than the tolerance allowed by OSHA procedures. ANSI S1.25 allows a dosimeter to accumulate a noise dose down to 87 dBA, while the OSHA regulation does not recognize dose contribution below 90 dBA. The ANSI S1.4 definition of “slow” response allows a variation of 4 dBA (within “2 to 6 decibels less” than “a steady signal”). When accumulating dose with other than a 3-dBA exchange rate this variation effects the total dose determination.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0001-4966
,
1520-8524
Language:
English
Publisher:
Acoustical Society of America (ASA)
Publication Date:
1981
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1461063-2
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