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3. Green School Guide - 3.5 Indoor Environmental Quality
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3.5.5 Acoustic Absorption and Isolation Applies to NS & ES
Benefits
• Provide a tranquil environment for teachers
and students;
• Reduce the noise transmission between
classrooms; and
• Enhance clarity of speech.
Issues to Consider
a. Opportunities
• Consultant can be engaged to evaluate acoustic environment; and
• Acoustic materials and facilities such as absorptive panel, baffles, partitions,
etc. can be installed at schools to reduce noise.
b. Constraints
• Building structure limitations; and
• Improvement may be difficult for schools located in noisy areas.