Evaluation of noise stresses in Jeddah industrial estate

Abstract

This paper reports the detailed field study carried out to asses the noise stresses in Jeddah Industrial Estate in Saudi Arabia. The study was carried out over a period of two years and covered a total of 78 factories producing food, chemical, plastic, metal, paper and other types of products. A global analysis is provided to obtain a clear picture of the magnitude of the noise stresses prevailing in the area. The report is concluded with some suggestions to improve the situation.