Acoustics is a fundamental quality of modern healthcare

Minimising disturbances from noise in healthcare.

Acoustics is a fundamental quality of modern healthcare. As stated in AAAC – Association of Australasian Acoustical Consultants Guideline for Healthcare Facilities.

Independent research confirms that noise in the healthcare environment contributes to disturbances and awakenings.
Worldwide, the sound levels inside hospitals far exceed the standard of 40 decibels or less, set by the World Health Organisation (WHO).
A combination of absorptive and attenuative design is recommended to control this noise
For ceilings: Absorption is measured by NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient), Attenuation by CAC (Ceiling Attenuation Class)

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