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Relevant Information
Noise, Vibration & Air Quality Specialists


Requirements for acoustic separation in hospitals and buildings used for healthcare is now provided in HTM 08-01: Acoustics. Within hospitals acoustic separation is required for areas of privacy as well as treatment rooms and the comfort of inpatients. HTM 08-01 covers the acoustic design criteria that are important for healthcare premises, and addresses issues such as the provision of temporary healthcare facilities, refurbishments and the control of noise and vibration during construction.
HTM 08-01 provides acoustic criteria for:
Noise levels in rooms
External noise levels
Sound insulation between rooms
Impact sound insulation
Room acoustics
Audio systems
Audiology facilities
Vibration caused by plant, medical equipment & activities.

