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The potential value of trees and shrubs, as determined from a study of a variety of shelterbelts and urban screen plantings in southeastern Nebraska, appears to be very good. Reductions of sound levels (attenuations) in the order of 5 to 8 decibels are common, and attenuations of 10 decibels (approximately half as loud) are not unusual for wide belts of tall, dense trees.

When the difference in level is based on a comparison of tree-shrub-grass combinations with hard surfaces, the worth of trees and shrubs is even more evident and attenuations of 8 to 12 decibels are common. Occasional reductions of 15 decibels or greater (1/3 as loud) have been noted but these are attributed to exceptionally advantageous temporary atmospheric conditions.

The relative effects of tree species, height and belt width are discussed in some detail. In general, wide belts of tall trees are most effective. Species do not appear to differ greatly in their ability to reduce noise levels, provided deciduous varieties are in full leaf. Thus, evergreens are desirable for year-round noise screening.

Relative placement of noise screens between sound source and protected area is of great importance; a screen placed relatively close to a noise source is more effective than one placed close to an area to be protected..
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Diary of a Mosquito Abatement Man is the first in a series of books from La Mano collecting the work of John Porcellino Over the course of 15 years and 64 issues of his much-loved, self published 'zine KING-CAT Comics and Stories, John has chronicled his life and the world around him with honesty, grace, and intelligence.

"Diary" compiles stories from a decade's worth of KING-CAT on the subject of his years spent as a mosquito exterminator. From early, scratchy punk drawings to later, more refined work (as well as 30 brand-new pages created specifically for this edition...), John examines his time on the job, and how it affected his life, his health, and his view of the world..
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This single source asbestos reference/text book incorporates major legal issues and cost estimating methods. Every aspect of abatement work from initial survey through final cleanup is detailed. In addition, medical aspects, respirator use, training, sample contracts and other topics, coupled with a practical approach, make this the book to have when the goal is to get the job done. The book contains lots of valuable information and data, including CFR 1910 and NFPA 220/241, and will serve as an ideal reference source for asbestos contractors, building owners, industrial hygienists, consultants, and schools..
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After witnessing a horrific mid-air collision that killed three of his fellow pilots as they complied with an airport's noise abatement policy, Jon Rodgers began a crusade to educate airport neighborhoods, policy makers and political leaders, while also ensuring the safety of pilots and the public. The product of nearly 20 years of research, How Safe Is Your Pilot? contins informed and straightforward data on: the fundamental safety problem that persists in all noise issues, even if the noise abatement procedures themselves are perfectly safe why pilots are powerless to escape a safety jam created by noise abatement procedures the truth about an airport's legal authority in noise issues a proven blueprint to successfully resolve any noise issue A ground-breaking and important guide for pilots, passengers and policy makers alike, How Safe Is Your Pilot? is a must read for anyone connected with the aviation industry..
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