ISVR – Institute of Sound and Vibration Research
Academic research institute covering all aspects of research into sound and vibration.
Attached to the University of Southampton.
Link: http://www.isvr.soton.ac.uk

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IOA – Institute of Acoustics. Professional body for acousticians
Link: http://www.ioa.org.uk

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AES – Audio Engineering Society Professional body for the audio industry
Link: http://www.aes.org

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Control of noise at work
Statutory instrument No. 371 outlining regulations regarding exposure to noise in the workplace
Downlaod PDF:
Link: http://www.entemp.ie/publications/sis/2006/si371.pdf

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Control of vibration at work
Statutory instrument No. 370 outlining regulations regarding exposure to noise in the workplace
Downlaod PDF:
Link: http://www.entemp.ie/publications/sis/2006/si370.pdf

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Building Regulations 1997 – Technical Guidance Document E – Sound
Downlaod PDF:
Link: http://www.environ.ie/en/Publications/DevelopmentandHousing/BuildingStandards/FileDownLoad,1646,en.pdf

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Audio Head – Professional broadcast and recording studio installation and cabling
Link: http://www.audiohead.ie/

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BS4142
Method for rating industrial noise affecting mixed residential and industrial areas
http://www.isvr.co.uk/environm/bs-4142.htm

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PPG24, Planning Policy Guidance 24
Planning and Noise
http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/government/en/1021020428537.html

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Minerals Policy Statement
Controlling and mitigating the environmental effects of mineral extraction in England - Annex 2: Noise
Download PDF:
http://www.communities.gov.uk/documents/planningandbuilding/pdf/mps2.pdf