scope:

Defines the procedures for noise control of mainly open plants. It is applicable to the following: - specification of procedures for noise control during engineering of a new plant and modification/extension of existing plants (construction noise procedures are outside the scope of this standard but should be considered); - definition of responsibilitiesof parties involved, viz. "End-user", "Engineering Contractor" and "Equipment Supplier"; - description of general procedures to arrive at noise requirements for individual equipment, on the basis of overall noise requirements for the plant.