Washington Administrative Code
Title 173 - Ecology, Department of (See also Titles 197, 317, 372, and 508)
Chapter 173-58 - Sound level measurement procedures
Section 173-58-050 - Measurement equipment preparation and use

Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 173-58-050

Current through Register Vol. 24-06, March 15, 2024

(1) Battery check. A battery check shall be conducted on all instruments before field calibration and measurement.

(2) Calibration. Sound level meters shall be field calibrated (using procedures described in the manufacturer's instruction manual) at the beginning and end of each measurement period, and at intervals not exceeding two hours when the instrument is used for more than a two-hour period.

(3) Microphone orientation. The microphone shall be oriented with respect to the sound source as described in the manufacturer's instruction manual.

Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.107 RCW. 79-04-033 (Order DE 78-19), § 173-58-050, filed 3/22/79.

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