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Noise pollution associated with the operation of the Dar es Salaam International Airport
Institution:1. School of Public Health, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh -160012, India;2. Department of Environment Studies, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160014, India;3. International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease, The Union South East Asia Office, New Delhi 110016, India;4. Center for Public Health, Panjab University, Chandigarh 160025, India;5. Department of Otolaryngology, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh 160012, India;6. Department of Community and Family Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar 751019, India
Abstract:The operation of airports results in environmental impacts associated with high levels of noises and vibrations. These may have severe negative effects to both workers and surrounding residents and their properties. Here we look at the noise impacts associated with the operation of the Dar es Salaam International Airport (DIA) in Tanzania. Field measurements were carried out to determine noise levels at various positions at the airport during aircraft landing and take-off. The surrounding residents' perceptions on the noises were also investigated using semi-structured interviews. Workers on the apron (marshellers), house keepers, security workers, and mechanics are exposed to noise levels that could affect their health. The noise levels in the surrounding settlements of Kipawa and Kiwalani were higher than the WHO recommended limits and causing annoyance to residents. The use of appropriate ear protectors by the workers was found to reduce the noises to harmless levels. Periodical audiometric tests of the workers will help to monitor the noise impacts. Enforcement of appropriate environmental regulations on the airliners can also reduce noise pollution at the airport.
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