This project was set up to identify how ground and airborne noise and vibration impacts from the railway are considered during the Town and Country planning process.
This report outlines the intended scope, key methodologies, and future work for a new guidance document for calculation of sound levels outdoors.
It is important to manage railway noise and vibration to protect the health and wellbeing of passengers, neighbours and staff. Our work (2022-SUS-024), provides resources to help identify areas of improvement and take action.
The purpose of the Noise Working Group is to lead a coherent and clear narrative on noise and vibration within the rail industry. The group will collate ideas from across the industry and influence policy, legislation, and standards.
