Title :
Coincident Sound Level Surveys and Dosimeter Studies to Determine Noise Exposure of Electric Utility Power Plant Employees
Author :
Hickman, C.E. ; Burson, J.L. ; Thompson, E.P.
Author_Institution :
Southern Company Services, Inc.
fDate :
5/1/1979 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
This paper presents the results obtained from personal noise dosimeter and sound level studies performed at a number of electric utility plants. Noise exposure monitoring requirements proposed by OSHA are reviewed. To familiarize the reader with equipment found in power plants, plant operations and job classifications, a discussion of these topics is included.
Keywords :
ANSI standards; Acoustic noise; Costs; Monitoring; Noise level; Noise measurement; Occupational safety; Power generation; Power industry; Standards organizations;
Journal_Title :
Power Apparatus and Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TPAS.1979.319260
