Noise level limit for populated areas
Mandatory
Required: must be met for the credential.
GECA·clause EV-5.7·p.45
Social Health & Equity
This credential is recognised by Australian Government Environmentally Sustainable Procurement Policy, Homestar recognised eco-labels and IAQ schemes, Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) Rating Scheme, Green Star Homes and Green Building Council of Australia — Green Star Responsible Products.
- Limit
- ≤ 70 dB(A)
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Details
What the product must meet
Limits held for this clause
| Parameter / context | Operator | Limit | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| noisesound level | ≤ | 70 | dB(A) |
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The limit was read from the clause wording and checked by a reader.
- Applies to
- Where the main mine or quarry is located within 5 km of a populated area
How it is proven
- Evidence required
- Documentation and calculations showing that criterion is not applicable; OR DoC EV-5.7.2: Test results using test methods in line with ISO 1996-1 or equivalent.
- Who checks it
- Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake
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- Type of requirement
- Meet a limit or condition — e.g. a maximum emission or a minimum recycled content
- Standing
- Required — must be met for the credential
- Topic
- Social Health & Equity — the topic the clause addresses, grouped by the Common Materials Framework (CMF)
Cite this clause
GECA · Hard Surfacing · version HS Gen 3.0 · clause EV-5.7 · page 45 · build 2026-10-22-0117 · https://klarcite.com/r/c60e470813eb9922
Record details
Page 45, EV-5.7 NOISE. Read in build 2026-10-22-0117, harvested 2026-10-22.
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