D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
Title 20. ENVIRONMENT |
Chapter 20-29. NOISE MEASURING TEST PROCEDURES |
Section 20-2906. DATA AND REPORTS
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2906.1The operator shall be required to fill out all pertinent information on the noise data form for field measurements.
2906.2For each set of readings, the following information shall be required:
(a)Date, time, location, operator's name;
(b)Wind speed and direction;
(c)All instrumentation models and identifying numbers;
(d)A sketch of the site, including measurements points, noise sources, buildings, etc.;
(e)Measurement of noise peaks and steady levels to the nearest decibel, and durations;
(f)A description of special techniques employed;
(g)A description of the noise, noting especially if there is an apparent pure tone or impulsive content;
(h)The meter damping used (fast or slow); and
(i)Measurement of ambient and description of ambient if obvious (highway, dogs, etc.).
2906.3If the ambient level is four to ten (4-10) dB(A) below the level found with the source operating, corrections shall be made to obtain the source noise level. The corrections shall be shown.