Guideline for the Preparation of Environmental Management Plans

Environmental Management Plan Guideline
(iii)
Small Project Issues-based Table
Environmental Management Activities and Controls: Demolition Works – Noise
Noise
Environmental Management Control
Ensure construction or demolition activities are restricted to the
following hours:
- 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday to Friday
- 8:00 am to 1:00 pm Saturday
- No work on Sundays or public holidays
If the hours of demolition and construction activities need to be
varied, ensure prior written approval is obtained from the local
council. Any request to alter construction hours should include:
- a clear justification of the need for the work
- details of the type of activity and the extended hours, and
- an analysis of the resultant noise levels at residences in the
vicinity of the site.
Before commencing work, send a letter to all residents and
industrial/commercial users whose premises may be affected by
demolition noise. Ensure the letter includes:
- hours of operation and duration of the demolition work, and
- contact details for more information and/or to register
complaints.
Ensure that all noise complaints are recorded in a logbook.
Ensure all complaints are investigated and concerns addressed.
Ensure high efficiency mufflers are used on all construction
equipment and manufacturer’s noise control equipment is intact.
All equipment used on site shall have evidence of compliance with
recommended noise levels outlined in AS2436, 1981.
Person
Responsible
Timing / Frequency
Completed
(Initials/Date)
Reference / Notes
Site Supervisor During demolition SEE Section 4.11,
Consent Condition 10
Site Supervisor During demolition Consent Condition 11
Environmental
Manager
Environmental
Manager
Site Supervisor
Before demolition Consent Condition 12
During demolition Consent Condition 13
Before and during
demolition
SEE Section 4.11
Ensure all construction equipment is well maintained. Site Supervisor During demolition SEE Section 4.11
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