Commercial & Industrial Noise Assessments -

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CSE services include source-level and background noise measurements. These measurements are used to perform regulatory compliance assessments, acquire local governmental permits , and prepare expert reports.

Noise Measurement Services

CSE travels to properties across Central PA to measure noise levels being generated by commercial and industrial activities. Depending upon the situation, CSE services include sound power level determinations, regulatory compliance measurements, and ambient noise surveys. Our measurement surveys can be as simple as a one-hour test or they can be expanded assessments incorporating meteorological data and source systems information. We utilize equipment meeting applicable portions of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) S1 (Acoustics) standards, with current, certified, and traceable calibrations, and we utilize applicable portions of ANSI S12 (Noise) measurement procedures.

Definition of Regulatory Limits

Noise can be a controversial issue and it is important to show how measurements compare with regulatory limits. But limits often are not available or it is very confusing process assessing how they apply. Some governments limit maximum noise levels. Others have day-night noise restrictions or requirements on tonal noise levels. Sometimes limits are on the equivalent noise level that is observed over a specified number of hours. Some zoning districts or land uses don’t have any applicable limits. CSE can assist you in interpreting your noise level requirements and can prepare defensible arguments regarding the defined limits. If needed, CSE will prepare a clear and defensible report or presentation that may be critical for your project. The report and follow-up negotiations are designed to gain the trust of the public, board, or court. We always strive to balance technical details, with clear text and graphics.

What Clients Think

Mark hired me as the independent consultant (lead geologist) for his train derailment project near Baxter, California, during which time he served as the Environmental Director at Harsco Corporation. The train derailment accident caused a complex environmental problem where massive hydrocarbon impacts extended through extremely rugged terrain within the Sierra Nevada Mountain range. I became quickly impressed with Mark’s effective management style, and technical skills, as together we formulated and implemented regulatory approved plans to investigate and simultaneously remediate the train derailment site. We achieved regulatory Site Closure in 2010. Throughout the Baxter Project, I came to know and understand Mark not just as a client, but as a friend, and consummate professional in his field.

I worked with Mark closely for many years in my capacity of Director of Manufacturing at the Taylor Wharton – Harrisburg plant. He was a trusted advisor when it came to environmental issues and always used a down to earth common sense approach. Being at a facility that had been in operation for over 100 years was very challenging from an environmental standpoint, but Mark helped us every step of the way. I would highly recommend him.

What Clients Think

Certified Safety and Environmental serves the following communities in Pennsylvania: York, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Hanover, Williamsport, Bellefonte, Carlisle, Lebanon, Chambersburg, Shippensburg, Lititz, Manheim, Tamaqua, and State College, PA.