1. Presented by
Rahat Aziz
RN, B.Sc. in PHN (RU), MPH(BSMMU)
Nursing Instructor
Rangpur Nursing College, Rangpur
2. Introduction
Noise pollution is a environmental issue that
affects individuals in both urban and rural areas.
It is defined as excessive, unwanted, or
disturbing sound that disrupts the quality of life
and has adverse effects on human health and
well-being.
3. Sources of noise pollution
There are two types of sources
1. Industrial Source
a) Big machine sound
b) Railway/Aircraft
2. Non-industrial source
a) Natural
b) Man-made - Road traffic/construction
4. Causes of noise pollution
Poor Urban Planning
Motor Vehicles
Musical Instruments
Car Alarms
Office Equipment
Factory Machinery
Construction Work
Barking Animals
Appliances
Audio Instruments
Loud Speakers
Noise Created by People
5. Diseases caused by noise pollution
High Blood Pressure
Heart Attack
Cancer
Asthma
Deafness
Annoyance
Stress
Anxiety
Bronchitis
Insomnia
6. Control of noise pollution
Control at source
Reducing the Noise Levels from Domestic
Sectors
Maintenance of Automobiles
Control over Vibrations
Low Voice Speaking
Prohibition on Usage of loudspeakers
Selection of Machinery
Maintenance of Machines
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Using protection equipment
Job Rotation
Exposure Reduction
Hearing Protection
Protection at the Receiver End
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Noise control techniques
Sound Insulation
Sound Absorption
Vibration Damping
Vibration Isolation
Urban Planning
Public Education and Awareness
9. Effects of noise
Auditory effects:
(i) Auditory fatigue
(ii) Deafness or hearing loss (may be temporary)
(iii)May rupture the tympanic membrane and
cause permanent loss of hearing.
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Non-auditory effects:
• Interference with speech
• Annoyance-primarily a psychological response
• Diminished efficiency-inability to concentrate
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3.Physiological effects
(i) Rise in blood pressure
(ii) An increase in heart rate and breathing
(iii) Rise in intracranial pressure
(iv) An increase in sweating
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Other effects:
(i) General symptoms such as giddiness, nausea,
fatigue.
(ii) Interferes with sleep
(iii) Cause narrowing of pupil
(iv) Cause visual disturbance
(v) Affects night vision.
13. Methods of noise control
1. Noise control at source
Designed acoustic control in new equipment.
Isolation of noisy machines in a corner of the
factory.
Application of mufflers and other sound reducing
materials.
Reduction in the amount of noise transmitted
through the air or building structure.
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2. Control of transmission of noise This may be achieved by -
Building enclosures, and
Covering the room walls with sound absorbing materials.
3. Protection of exposed persons
Regular rotation of workers from noisy areas to comparatively
quiet posts in factories.
Use of ear plugs, ear muffs.
Periodical audiogram check-up.
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4. Legislation
Declaration of noise free area, e.g. hospitals, schools, colleges.
Compensation of workers if they have suffered a loss of ability to
understand speech due to excess noise.
5. Public education
Without people’s participation noise abatement programmed
cannot be succeeded. Public education through all available media
is needed.
It is to be high-lighted that noise abatement is important as a
community hazard.
16. Conclusion
It is evident that noise pollution is a growing
concern globally, affecting urban areas,
workplaces, and even our homes. Therefore, it is
crucial to take immediate action and implement
effective strategies to reduce noise pollution.