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Ask The Noise Doctor: How Long will the Batteries Last in My Optimus Sound Level Meter?

the noise doctor with an optimus sound level meter

Do you have questions about noise measurement that Google or Wikipedia just can’t seem to answer? Ask The Noise Doctor. I’ll be giving answers to our most frequently asked questions and in this article I’ll be covering battery life in the Optimus Sound Level Meter range.

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NoiseNews Round-Up: Giraffes, Ponds, Rod Stewart & Heathrow

the noise doctor noisenews round-up

Yes, it’s me – The Noise Doctor. Welcome to the first NoiseNews Round-Up! I’ll be bringing you some of the latest and quirkiest noise-related news stories from around the world. In this premier edition, I’m looking at noisy giraffes, troublesome ponds, Rod Steward and Heathrow airport. Let’s get started.

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The 6th Biggest Noise at Work Mistake…and How to Fix It

Health & Safety Managers everywhere know that managing noise risks isn’t as easy as it sounds. If you don’t, the company runs the risk of being fined by the Health & Safety Executive or sued by their employees for noise-induced hearing loss. To help you avoid the pitfalls, let’s recap of the 5 Biggest Noise at Work Mistakes. I’ll then talk you through the newly revealed 6th Mistake, which is arguably one of the most important of them all.

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Noise 101: What is Equivalent Continuous Sound Level (Leq)?

What is Equivalent Continuous Sound Level (Leq)?

For anyone that is measuring sound, you’ve probably come across the term Leq or Equivalent Continuous Sound Level. But what is it and how can it help us when measuring noise with a sound level meter? Expand your Noise Knowledge!Signup to the NoiseNews blog for the latest article updates straight to your inbox. Email Send Message

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It’s International Noise Awareness Day – Here’s 5 Facts About Noise

5 facts about noise awareness day

Wednesday 29th April 2015 is International Noise Awareness Day. A day when people, organisations and governments around the world raise awareness of unwanted noise that can affect your health. To commemorate this day, here’s 5 noise facts. Email Send Message

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