The RTA's Environmental Noise Management Manual details RTA's standard for managing noise and vibration impacts from road traffic, road construction and maintenance. The manual provides RTA's management response to the NSW Government's Environmental Criteria for Road Traffic Noise (see Related links) and other approved noise and vibration guidelines prepared by the Department of Environment and Conservation. In addition the manual complements RTA's Urban and Regional Design Practice Notes, in Beyond the Pavement (see Related links) and Noise Wall Design Guidelines.
Contained within the manual are principles, practice notes and model consultant briefs providing direction and guidance on managing RTA's noise impacts and influencing landuse planning decisions. The manual has been designed for implementation by RTA staff, contractors and specialist consultants and is also available to local councils and the general public to encourage partnerships in resolving noise and vibration issues. The RTA has begun to review the manual as part of its commitment to continual improvement as such encourages feedback on the contents of the manual and its application. These can be directed to the Noise Policy Officer on (02) 92186307.
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