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NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS REGULATIONS
Table of Provisions (63)
Statutory Text (63 Articles)
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT
BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
SUBSIDIARY LEGISLATION 427.19
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT BY
EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
REGULATIONS
1st January, 2003
LEGAL NOTICE 64 of 2002.
1. The title of these regulations is the Noise Emission in the
Environment by Equipment for Use Outdoors Regulations.
1.2. These regulations shall become operative on the 1st
January, 2003, which date shall be notified by the Authority in the
Gazette
Provided that the manufacturer, or his authorised
representative, may avail himself of the provisions of these
regulations as from 1st July, 2002
Provided further that the provisions regarding the reduced
permissible sound power levels of Stage II referred to in Article 12
of the Directive, which is set out in Schedule XI, shall apply with
effect from 3rd January 2006
Provided further that type-examination certificates issued
and measurements of equipment carried out under Directives 79/
113/EEC, 84/532/EEC, 84/533/EEC, 84/534/EEC, 84/535/EEC, 84/
536/EEC, 84/537/EEC, 84/538/EEC and 86/662/EEC may be used
in drawing up the technical documentation provided for in Annex V
point 3, Annex VI point 3, Annex VII point 2, Annex VIII points
Based on Annex I of the Directive
DEFINITIONS OF EQUIPMENT
1. Aerial access platforms with combustion engines
Equipment consisting of a minimum of a work platform, an extending
structure and a chassis. The work platform is a fenced platform or a cage, which can
be moved under load to the required working position. The extending structure is
connected to the chassis and supports the work platform; it allows movement of the
work platform to its required position.
2. Brush cutter
A combustion-engine driven portable hand-held unit fitted with a rotating
blade made of metal or plastic intended to cut weeds, brush, small trees and similar
vegetation. The cutting device operates in a plane approximately parallel to the
3. Builders’ hoist for the transport of goods
A power-operated, temporarily installed builders’ hoist intended for use by
persons who are permitted to enter engineering and construction sites, serving -
(i)
defined landing levels, having a platform
designed for the transportation of goods only
which permits the access of persons during loading and unloading
which permits the access and travel by authorised persons during
erection, dismantling and maintenance
guided
travelling vertical or along a path within 15º max. of the vertical
supported or sustained by: wire, rope, chain, screwed spindle and
nut, rack and pinion, hydraulic jack (direct or indirect), or an
expanding linkage mechanism
where masts may or may not require support from separate
structures; or
(ii) either one upper landing or a work area extending to the end of the
guide (e.g. a roof), having a load-carrying device
designed for the transportation of goods only
designed that there is no need to step on it for loading or
unloading purposes or for maintenance, erection and dismantling
from which persons are prohibited at any time
guidec
which is dcsigned to travel at an angle of at least 30º to the
vertical but may be used at any angle
sustained by steel wire rope and a positive drive system
controlled by constant pressure type controls
which does not benefit from the use of any counterweight
having a maximum rated load of 300 kg
having a maximum speed of 1 m/s
and where the guides require support from separate structures.
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT
BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
4. Building site band saw machine
A hand-fed powered machine weighing less than 200 kg fitted with a single
saw blade in the form of a continuous band mounted on and running between two or
more pulleys.
5. Building site circular saw bench
A hand-fed machine weighing less than 200 kg fitted with a single circular
sawblade (other than a scoring saw) with a diameter of 350 mm or more, up to a
maximum diameter of 500 mm, which is fixed during the normal cutting operation,
and a horizontal table, all or part of which is fixed during operation. The sawblade is
mounted on a horizontal non-tilting spindle, the position of which remains stationary
during machining. The machine may have any of the following features
the facility for the sawblade to be raised and lowered through the table
machine frame below the table may be open or enclosed
the saw may be fitted with an additional, manually operated travelling
table (not adjacent to the sawblade).
6. Chain saw, portable
A power-driven tool designed to cut wood with a saw chain and consisting
of an integrated compac unit of handles, power source and cutting attachment,
designed to be supported with two hands.
7. Combined high pressure flusher and suction vehicle
A vehicle which may work either as a high prcssure flusher or as a suction
vehicle. Sec high pressure flushcr and suction vehicle.
8. Compaction machine
A machine which compacts materials, e.g. rock fills, soil or asphalt
surfacing, through a rolling, tamping or vibrating action of the working tool. It may
be self-propelled, towed, walk-behind or an attachment to a carrying machine.
Compaction machines are subdivided as follows
rollers for ride-on operators: self-propelled compaction machines with
one or more metallic cylindrical bodies (drums) or rubber tyres; the
operator’s station is an integral part of the machine
walk-behind rollers: self-propelled compaction machines with one or
more metallic cylindrical bodies (drums) or rubber tyres in which the
operation facilities for travelling, steering, braking and vibrating are
disposed in such a way that the machines have to be operated by an
attending operator or by remote control
towed roller: compaction machines with one or more metallic
cylindrical bodies (drums) or rubber tyres which do not possess an
independent drive system and where the operator’s station is to be found
on a tractor unit
vibratory plates and vibratory rammers: compaction machines with
mainly flat base plates which are made to vibrate. They are operated by
an attending operator or as an attachment to a carrier machine
explosion rammers: compaction machines with mainly a flat pad as the
compacting tool which is made to move in a predominantly vertical
direction by explosion pressure. The machine is operated by an
attending operator.
9. Compressor
Any machine for use with interchangeable equipment which compresses air,
gasses or vapours to a pressure higher than the inlet pressure. A compressor
comprises the bare compressor itself, the prime mover and any component or device
supplied, which is necessary for safe operation of the compressor.
Excluded are the following categories of device
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fans, i.e. devices producing air circulation at a positive pressure of not
more than 110 000 pascals
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vacuum pumps, i.e. devices or appliances for extracting air from an
enclosed space at a pressure not exceeding atmospheric pressure
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gas turbinc engines.
10. Concrete brakers and picks, hand held
Powered (by any method) concrete-breakers and picks used to perform work
on civil engineering and building sites.
11. Concrete or mortar mixer
A machine to prepare concrete or mortar, irrespective of the loading, mixing
and emptying process. It may be operated intermittently or constantly. Concrete
mixers on trucks are called truck mixers (see definition 55).
12. Construction winch
A power-operated, temporarily installed lifting appliance which is equipped
with means for raising and lowering a suspended load.
Based on Annex II of the Direþctive
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
The EC declaration of conformity must contain the following particulars
name and address of the manufacturer or his authorised representative
name and address of the person who keeps the technical documentation
description of the equipment
conformity assessment procedure followed, and, where appropriate,
name and address of the notified body involved
measured sound power level on an equipment representative for this
type
guaranteed sound power level for this equipment
a reference to these regulations
the declaration that the equipment conforms to the requirements of these
regulations
where appropriate, the declaration(s) of conformity and references of
the other Community Directives applied
the place and date of the declaration
particulars of the signatory authorised to sign the legally binding
declaration for the manufacturer or his authorised representative.
1 and 3.3 of the Directive, which are set out in Schedules V, VI,
VII and VIII
Provided further that the requirements to provide
information to the European Commission referred to in regulation
Based on Annex III of the Directive
METHOD OF MEASUREMENT OF AIRBORNE NOISE
EMITTED BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
Scope
This Schedule lays down the methods of measurement of airborne noise that shall
be used for the determination of the sound power levels of equipment covered by
these reguulations with a view to the conformity assessment procedures of these
regulations.
Part A of this Schedule for each type of equipment referred to in regulation 2.1
lays down
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basic noise emission standards
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general supplements to these basic noise emission standards for
measuring the sound pressure level on a measurement surface
enveloping the source and for calculating the sound power level
produced by the source.
Part B of this Schcdulc for each type of equipment referred to in regulation 2.1
lays down
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a recommended basic noise emission standard including
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a reference to the basic noise emission standard chosen from Part A
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the test area
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the value of the constant K 2A
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the shape of the measurement surface
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the number and position of microphones to be used
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operating conditions including
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the reference to a standard, if any
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requirements relating to mounting of the equipment
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a method to calculate the resulting sound power levels in the event that
several tests with different operating conditions are to be used
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further information.
When testing specific types of equipment, the manufacturer or his authorised
representative may in general choose one of the basic noise emission standards of
Part A and apply the operating conditions of Part B for this specific type of
equipment. In the event of a dispute, however, the recommended basic noise
emission standard laid down in Part B has to be used together with the opcrating
conditions of Part B.
PART A
BASIC NOISE EMISSION STANDARD
For the determination of the sound power level of equipment for use outdoors as
defined by regulation 2.1 the basic noise emission standards
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
MSA EN ISO 3746:2000
may generally be used subject to the following general supplements
1. Measurement uncertainty
Measurement uncertainties are not taken into account in the framework at
conformity assessment procedures in the design phase.
2. Operation of source during test
2.1. Fan speed
If the engine of the equipment or its hydraulic system is fitted with (a)
fans(s) it (they) must operate during the test. The fan speed is, in accordance with
one of the following conditions, stated and set by the manufacturer of the equipment
and must appear in the test report, this speed being used in further measurements.
(a) Fan drive directly connected to the engine
If the fan drive is directly connected to the engine and, or hydraulic
equipment (e.g. by belt drive) it must operate during the test.
(b) Fan drive with several distinct speeds
If the fan can work at several distinct speeds the test shall be carried out
either
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at its maximum working speed, or
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in a first test with the fan set at zero speed and in a second test the
fan set at maximum speed. The resulting sound pressure level L pA
shall then be calculated by combining both test results using the
following equation
L pA = 10 lg {0.3 x 10 0,1LpA,0% + 0,7 x 10 0,1 LpA,100% }
where
L pA, 0% is the sound pressure level determined with the fan set at
zero speed
L pA, 100% is the sound pressure level determined with the fan set at
maximum speed.
(c) Fan drive with continuous variable speed
If the fan can work at continuous variable speed, the test shall be carried
out either according to 2.1(b) or with the fan speed set by the
manufacturer at no less than 70% of the maximum speed.
2.2. Test of powered equipment free of load
For these measurements, the engine and hydraulic system of the equipment
must be warmed up in accordance with the instructions, and safety requirements
must be observed.
The test is carried out with the equipment in a stationary position without
operating the working equipment or travelling mechanism. For the purpose of the
test, the engine will idle at no less than the rated speed corresponding to the net
power * .
If the machine is powered by a generator or from the mains, the frequency of
the supply current, specified for the motor by the manufacturer, shall be stable at ± 1
Hz if the machine is equipped with an induction motor, and the supply voltage at ±
1% of the rated voltage if the machine is equipped with a commutator motor. The
supply voltage is measured at the plug of a non-detachable cable or cord, or at the
*Net power means the power in "EC kW" obtained on the test bench at the end of the crankshaft, or its
equivalent, measured in accordance with the EC method of measuring the power of internal combustion
engines for road vehicles, except that the power of the engine cooling fan is excluded.
inlet of the machine if a detachable cable is provided. The waveform of the current
supplied from the generator shall be similar to that obtained from the mains.
If the machine is powered by battery, the battery shall be fully charged.
The speed used and the corresponding net power are stated by the
manufacturer of the equipment and must appear in the test report.
If the equipment is fitted with several engines, they must work
simultaneously during the tests. If this is not possible, each possible combination of
engine(s) is to be tested.
2.3. Test of powered equipment under load
For these measurements, the engine (driving device) and hydraulic system of
the equipment must be warmed up in accordance with the instructions, and safety
requirements must be observed. No signalling device such as a warning horn or
reversing alarm is to be operated during the test.
The speed or velocity of the equipment during the test must be recorded and
appear in the test report.
If the equipment is fitted with several engines and, or aggregates they must
work simultaneously during the tests.
If this is not possible, each possible combination of engine(s) and, or
aggregates is to be tested.
For each type of equipment that is to be tested under load, specific operating
conditions must be laid down which shall, in principle, produce effects and stresses
similar to those encountered under actual working conditions.
2.4. Test of hand-operated equipment
Conventional operating conditions for each type of hand-operated
equipment shall be laid down that produce effects and stresses similar to those
undergone under actual working conditions.
3. Calculation of surface sound pressure level
The surface sound pressure level shall be determined at least three times. If
at least two of the determined values do not differ by more than 1 dB, further
measurements will not be necessary; otherwise the measurements shall be continued
until two values differing by no more than 1 dB are obtained. The A-weighted
surface sound pressure level to be used for calculating the sound power level is the
arithmetic mean of the two highest values that do not differ by more than 1 dB.
4. Information to be reported
The A-weighted sound power level of the source under test shall be reported
to the nearest whole number (less than 0.5 use the lower number; greater than or
equal to 0.5 use the higher number).
The report shall contain the technical data necessary to identify the source
under test as well as the noise test code and the acoustical data.
5. Additional microphone positions on the hemispherical measurement surface
(MSA EN ISO 3744:2000)
In addition to clauses 7.2.1 and 7.2.2 of MSA EN ISO 3744-2000 a set of 12
microphones on the hemispherical measurement surface may be used. The location
of 12 microphone positions distributed on the surface of a hemisphere of radius r are
listed in the form of Cartesian coordinates in the following table. The radius r of the
hemisphere shall be equal to or greater than twice the largest dimension of the
reference parallelepiped. The reference parallelepiped is define as the smallest
possiblc rcctangular parallelepiped just enclosing the equipment (without
attachments) and terminating on the reflecting plane. The radius of the hemisphere
shall be rounded to the nearest higher of the following values: 4, 10, 16m.
The number (12) of microphones may be reduced to six, but the microphone
positions 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 following the requirements of clause 7.1.2 of MSA EN
ISO 3744:2000 have to be used in any case.
Generally the arrangement with six microphone positions on a hemispherical
measurement surface has to be used. If there are other specifications laid down in a
noise test code in these regulations for a specific equipment, these specifications
shall be used.
TABLE
Coordinates of the 12 microphone positions
Numbcr of microphones
x/r
y/r
z
1.5 m
0.7
0.7
1.5 m
1.5 m
-0.7
0.7
1.5 m
-1
1.5 m
-0.7
-0.7
1.5 m
-1
1.5 m
0.7
-0.7
1.5 m
0.65
0.27
0.71 m
-0.27
0.65
0.71 m
-0.65
-0.27
0.71 m
0.27
-0.65
0.71 m
6. Environmental correction K 2A
Equipment shall be measured on a reflecting surface of concrete or non-
porous asphalt, then the environmental correction K 2A is set to K 2A = 0. If there are
other specifications laid down in a noise test code of these regulations for a specific
equipment, these specifications shall be used.
Figure
Additional microphone array on the hemisphere (12 microphone positions)
PART B
NOISE TEST CODES FOR SPECIFIED EQUIPMENT
0. EQUIPMENT THAT IS TESTED FREE OF LOAD
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744-2000
Test area
Reflecting surface of concrete or non-porous asphalt
Environmental correction K 2A
K 2A = ()
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
(i)
If the largest dimension of the reference parallelepipcd does not exceed
8 m
hemisphere/six microphone positions according to Part A item 5/
according to Part A item 5
(ii) If the largest dimension of the reference parallelepiped exceeds 8 m
parallelepiped according to MSA ISO 3744:2000 with measurement
distance d = 1m
Operating conditions during test
Test free of load
The noise tests shall be carried out according to Part A item 2.2
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
1. AERIAL ACCESS PLATFORMS WITH COMBUSTION ENGINE
See No. 0
2. BRUSHCUTTERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 10884:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 10884:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA ISO 10884:2002, point 5.3
Period(s) of observation
MSA ISO 10884:2002
3. BUILDERS’ HOISTS FOR THE TRANSPORT OF GOOUS
See No ()
The geometrical centre of the engine shall be positioned above the centre of the
hemisphere; the lift shall move without load and leave the hemisphere - if necessary
- in direction of point 1
4. BUILDING SITE BAND SAW MACHINES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA IS0 7960:2002, Annex J with d = 1 m
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
Corresponding to MSA ISO 7960:2002, Annex J (point J2(b) only)
Period of observation
Corresponding to MSA ISO 7960:2002, Annex J
5. BUILDING SITE CIRCULAR SAW BENCHES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 7960:2002, Annex A, measurement distance d = lm
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA ISO 7960:2002, Annex A (point A2(b) only)
Period of observation
MSA ISO 7960:2002, Annex A
6. CHAIN SAWS, PORTABLE
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 9207:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 9207:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load/Test free of load
Full load sawing wood/engine at maximum revolution without load
(a) combustion-engine driven: MSA ISO 9207:2002 points 6.3 and 6.4
(b) electric-motor operated: a test corresponding to MSA ISO 9207:2002
point 6.3 and a test with the motor at maximum revolution without load
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 9207:2002 points 6.3 and 6.4
Thc resulting sound power level L wA is calculated by
L wA = 10 lg ½[10 0.1LW1 + 10 0.1LW2 ]
where L w1 and L w2 are the average sound power levels of the two different modes
of operation defined above
7. COMBINED HIGH PRESSURE FLUSHERS AND SUCTION VEHICLES
If it is possible to operate both items of equipment simultaneously, this shall be
done according to Nos 26 and 52. If not, they shall be measured separately and the
higher values are to be stated
8. COMPACTION MACHINES
(i)
NON-VIBRATlNG ROLLERS
See No ()
(ii)
VIBRATING ROLLERS FOR RIDE-ON OPERATORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The vibrating roller shall be installed on one or more appropriate elastic
material(s) such as air-cushion(s). These air-cushions shall be made of a supple
material (elastomer or similar) and shall be inflated to a pressure ensuring that the
machine is elevated by at least 5 cm; resonance effects shall be avoided. The
dimension of the cushion(s) shall be such that the stability of the machine under test
is ensured
Test under load
The machine shall be tested in a stationary position with the engine at rated speed
(stated by the manufacturer) and the moving mechanism(s) disconnected. The
compacting mechanism shall be operated using the maximum compaction power
corrcsponding to the combination at the highest frequency and the highest possible
amplitude for that frequency as declared by the manufacturer
Period of observation
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
(iii) VIBRATORY PLATES, VIBRATORY RAMMERS,
EXPLOSIVE
RAMMERS AND WALK-BEHIND VIBRATING ROLLERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA EN 500-4 rev. 1:2000, Anncx C
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA EN 500-4 rev. 1:2000, Annex C
Period of observation
MSA EN 500-4 rev. 1:2000, Annex C
9. COMPRESSORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
hemisphere/six microphone positions according to Part A item 5/according to Part
A item or
parallelepiped according to MSA ISO 3744-2000 with measurement distance d = l
m
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
Thc compressors shall be installed on the reflecting plane; skid-mounted
compressors shall be placed on a support 0.40 m high, unless otherwise required by
the manufacturer’s conditions of installation.
Test under load
The compressor under test shall have been warmed up and be operating in stable
conditions as for continuous operation. It shall be properly serviced and lubricated as
specified by the manufacturer. The determination of the sound power level shall be
m a d e a t f u ll - l oa d or i n a n op e r a t i ng c on d it i on th a t i s r e p r od uc ib l e a n d i s
representative of the noisiest operation of typical usage of the machine under test,
whichever is the noisier.
Should the layout of the complete plant be such that certain components, e.g.
inter-coolcrs are mounted away from the compressor, endeavours shall be made to
separate the noise generated from such parts when performing the noise test.
Separation of the various noise sources may require special equipment for the
attenuation of the noise from these sources during the measurement. The noise
characteristics and description of the operating conditions of such parts shall be
given separately in the test report
During the test the gas exhausted from the compressor shall be piped clear of the
test area. Care shall be taken to ensure the noise generated by the gas being
exhausted is at least 10 dB lower than the noise to be measured at all measurement
locations (e.g. by the fitting of a silencer)
Care shall be taken that air discharge does not introduce any extra noise due to
turbulence at the compressor discharge valve
Period of observation
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
10. CONCRETE-BREAKERS AND PICKS, HAND-HELD
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measurement distance
Hemisphere/six microphone positions according to Part A item 5 and the
following table/according to mass of equipment as given in the following table
Mass of equipment m in kg
Radius of hemisphere
z for microphone positions
2, 4, 6 and 8
m 10
2m
0.75m
m 10
4m
1.50m
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
All appliances shall be tested in the vertical position
If the test appliance has got an air exhaust, its axis shall be equidistant from two
microphone positions. The noise of the power supply shall not influence the
measurement of the noise emission from the tested appliance
Support of the appliance
The appliance shall be coupled during the test run to a tool embedded in a cube-
s h a pe d c o n c r e t e b l o c k p l a c e d i n a co n c r e t e p i t , s u n k in t o t h e g r o u nd . A n
intermediate steel piece may be inserted during tests between the appliance and the
support tool. This intermediate piece shall form a stable structure between the
appliance and the support tool. Figure 10.1 incorporates these requirements
Block characteristics
The block shall be in the shape of a cube 0.60 m ± 2 mm long at the edge and as
regular as possible; it shall be made of reinforced concrete and thoroughly vibrated
in layers of up to 0.20 m to avoid excessive sedimentation
Quality of the concrete
The quality of the concrete shall correspond to MSA EN 206-1:2002
The cube shall be reinforced by 8 mm-diameter steel rods without ties, each rod
being independent of the other; the design concept is illustrated in Figure 10.2
Supporting tool
The tool shall be seated into the block and shall consist of a rammcr of no less
than 178 mm or no more than 220 mm diameter and a tool chuck component
identical to that normally used with the appliance being tested and complying with
MSA ISO 1180:2002, but sufficiently long to enable the practical test to be carried
out
Suitable treatment shall be carried out to integrate the two components. The tool
shall be fixed in the block so that the bottom of the rammer is 0.30 m from the upper
face of the block (see Figure 10.2)
The block shall remain mechanically sound, particularly at the point where the
supporting tool and the concrete meet. Before and after each test, it shall be
established that the tool sealed in the concrete block is integrated with it
Positioning of the cube
The cube shall be set in a pit cemented throughout, covered by a screening slab of
at least 100 kg/m 2 , as indicated in Figurc 10.3, so that the upper surface of the
screening slab is flush with the ground. To avoid any parasitic noise, the block shall
be insulated against the bottom and sides of the pit by elastic blocks, the cut-off
frequency of which shall not be more than half the striking rate of the appliance
tested, expressed as strokes per second
The opening in the screening slab through which the tool chuck component passes
shall be as small as possible and sealed by a flexible sound-proof joint
Test under load
The appliance tested shall be connected to the supporting tool
The test appliance shall be operated in stable conditions having the same
acoustical stability as in normal service
The test appliance shall be operated at the maximum power specified in the
instructions supplied to the purchaser
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
Figure 10.1
Schematic diagram of intermediate piece
Figure 10.2
Test block
Figure 10.3
Testing device
The value of A should be such that the screening slab resting on the elastic joint J
is flush with the ground
11. CONCRETE OR MORTAR MIXERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN 1S0 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The mixing device (drum) shall be filled to its rated capacity with sand of
granulation 0 to 3 mm, the humidity shall be 4 to 10%
The mixing device shall be operated at least at the rated speed
Period of observation
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
12. CONSTRUCTION WINCHES
See No ()
The geometrical centre of the engine shall be positioned above the centre of the
hemisphere; the winch shall be connected but no load shall be applied
13. CONVEYING AND SPRAYING MACHINES FOR CONCRETE AND
MORTAR
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
If the machine is equipped with a boom, this is set upright and the pipe shall be
lead back to the filler funnel. If this is not the case the machine shall be equipped
with a horizontal pipe of at least 30 m leading back to the filler funnel
Test under load
(i)
For machines conveying and spraying concrete
The conveying system and the pipe shall be filled with a medium similar to
concrete, the cement being replaced by an admixture, e.g. finest ash. The machine
shall operate at its maximum output, the period of one working cycle being not more
than 5 seconds (if this period is exceeded, water shall be added to the ‘concrete’ in
order to reach this value).
(ii)
For machines conveying and spraying mortar
The conveying system and the pipe shall be filled with a medium similar to
finishing mortar, the cement being replaced by an admixture, e.g. methyl cellulose.
The machine shall operate at its maximum output, the period of one working cycle
being not more than 5 seconds (if this period is exceeded, water shall be added to the
‘mortar’ in order to reach this value)
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
14. CONVEYOR BELTS
See No ()
The geometrical centre of the engine shall be positioned above the centre of the
hemisphere: the belt shall move without load andi leave the hemisphere, if
necessary, in the direction of point 1.
15. COOLING EQUIPMENT ON VEHICLES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744-2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The cooling equipment shall be installed in a real or simulated cargo space and be
tested in a stationary position where the height of the cooling equipment shall be
representative of the intended installation requirements according to the instructions
supplied to the purchaser. The power source of the cooling equipment shall operate
at the rate that causes the maximum speed of the cooling compressor and the fan
specified in the instructions. If the cooling equipment is intended to be powered by
the driving engine of the vehicle the engine shall not be used during the test and the
cooling equipment shall be connected to a suitable electrical power source.
Removable tractor units shall be removed during the test
Cooling equipment installed in cargo-space refrigeration units which have a
choice of different power sources shall be tested separately for each power source.
The test result reported shall as a minimum reflect the mode of operation which
leads to the maximum noise output
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
16. DOZERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
Crawler dozers shall be tested on the test site corresponding to point 6.3.3 of MSA
IS0 6395:2002
Test under load
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex B
Periods of observation and consideration of different operating conditions, if any
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex B
17. DRILL RIGS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA EN 791:2000, Annex A
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
18. DUMPERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
Equivalent MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex C, with the following amendment
C 4.3, second paragraph is replaced by
"The engine shall be operated at its maximum governed speed (high idle). The
transmission control shall be set to neutral. Bring the bucket to the tipped position
(emptying) up to about 75% of its maximum movement and return it to its travelling
position three times. This sequence of events is considered to be a single cycle for
the stationary hydraulic mode.
If no engine power is used to tip the bucket, the engine shall be operated at idling
speed with the transmission in neutral. The measurement shall be performed without
tipping the bucket, the period of observation shall be 15 seconds."
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex C
19. EQUPMENT FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING TANKS OR SILOS ON
TRUCKS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The equipment shall be tested with the truck in a stationary position. The engine
driving the equipment shall operate at the speed that causes the maximum output of
the equipment specified in the instructions supplied to the purchaser
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
20. EXCAVATORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex A
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound powor level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex A
21. EXCAVATORS-LOADERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
MSA ISO 6395 2002, Annex D
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex D
22. GLASS RECYCLING CONTAINERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744-2000
For the purpose of this noise test code the single-event sound pressure level Lp ls is
defined in MSA EN ISO 3744:2000 point 3.2.2 is used in measuring the sound
pressure level at the microphone positions
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined in accordance with Annex A to MSA
EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB in which case K 2A shall be disregarded
Operating conditions during test
The noise measurement shall be carried out during a complete cycle beginning
with the empty container and completed when 120 bottles have been thrown into the
container
The glass bottles are defined as follows
-
capacity: 75 cl
-
mass: 370 ± 30 g.
The testing operator holds each bottle by its neck and with its bottom towards the
filling aperture and then he pushes it gently inside through the filling aperture in the
direction of the centre of the container, avoiding if possible the bottle hitting against
the walls. Only one filling aperture is used for throwing the bottles and it is the one
nearest to microphone position 12
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
The A-weighted single-event sound pressure level is preferably simultaneously
measured at the six microphone positions for each bottle thrown into the container
The A-weighted single-event sound power level averaged over the measurement
surface is calculated according to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, point 8.1
Thc A-weighted single-event sound pressure level averaged over all 120
throwings of bottles is calculated as the logarithmic mean of the A-weighted single-
event sound pressure levels averaged over the measurement surface
23. GRADERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
Corresponding to MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex B
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex B
24. GRASS TRIMMERS/GRASS EDGE TRIMMERS
See No 2
The trimmer shall be positioned by a suitable device in such a way that its cutting
device is above the centre of the hemisphere. For grass trimmers, the centre of the
cutting device shall be held at a distance of about 50 mm above the surface. In order
to accommodate the cutting blades, grass edge trimmers should be positioned as
close as possible to the test surface
25. HEDGE TRIMMERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
In case of dispute, measurements shall be carried out in the open air on the
artificial surface (point 4.1.2 of MSA ISO 11094:2002)
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = 0
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without the artificial surface and in
accordance with Annex A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The hedge trimmer shall be held in the natural manner for normal use either by a
person or by a suitable device in such a way that its cutting device is above the
centre of the hemisphere
Test under load
The hedge clipper shall be operated at its nominal speed with the cutting device
working
Period of observation
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
26. HIGH PRESSURE FLUSHERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The high pressure flusher shall be tested in a stationary position. The engine and
auxiliary units operate at the speed provided by the manufacturer for the operation of
the working equipment; the high pressure pump(s) is (are) operating at its (their)
maximum speed and operating pressure provided by the manufacturer. Using an
adapted nozzle the pressure reduction valve shall be just on the point of reacting.
The flow noise of the nozzle shall not have any influence on the results of the
measurements
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 30 seconds
27. HIGH PRESSURE WATER JET MACHINES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Parallelepiped/according to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000 with measurement distance d
= 1 m
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The high pressure water jet machine shall be installed on the reflecting plane;
skid-mounted machines shall be placed on a support 0.40 m high, unless otherwise
required by the manufacturer’s conditions of installation
Test under load
The high-pressure cleaning machine shall be brought to its steady state within the
range specified by the manufacturer. During testing the nozzle shall be coupled to
the high-pressure cleaning machine that causes the highest pressure if used
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
28. HYDRAULIC HAMMERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Meusurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Hemisphere/six microphone positions according to Part A, item 5/r = 10m
Operating conditions during tests
Mounting of the equipment
For the test the hammer is attached to a carrier and a special test block structure
shall be used. Figure 28.1 gives the characteristics of this structure and Figure 28.2
shows the position of the carrier
Carrier
The carrier for the test hammer shall meet the requirements of the test hammer’s
technical specifications especially in weight range, hydraulic output power, supply
oil flow and return line back pressure
Mounting
Mechanical mounting as well as connections (hoses, pipes ...) must correspond to
specifications given in the hammer’s technical data. All significant noise caused by
pipes and various mechanical components needed for installation, ought to be
eliminated. All component connections have to be well tightened
Hammer stability and static holdforce
The hammer shall be firmly held down by the carrier in order to give the same
stability as that existing under normal operating conditions. The hammer must be
operated in an upright position
Tool
A blunt tool shall be used in the measurements. The length of the tool must meet
the requirements given in Figure 28.1 (test block)
Test under load
Hydraulic input power and oil flow
Operating conditions of the hydraulic hammer shall be appropriately adjusted,
measured and reported along with the corresponding technical specification values.
The hammer under test must be used in such way that 90% or more of the maximum
hydraulic input power and oil flow of the hammer can be reached
Care shall be taken that the total uncertainty of the measurement chains of p s and
Q is kept within ± 5%. This assures the hydraulic input power determination within
± 10% accuracy. Assuming linear correlation between hydraulic input power and
emitted sound power this would mean variation of less than ± 0.4 dB in the
determination of the sound power level
Adjustablc components having effect on the hammer power
Pre-settings of all accumulators, pressure central valves and other possible
adjustable components must meet the values given in technical data. If more than
one fixed impact rate is optional, measurements have to be made using all settings.
Minimum and maximum values are presented
Quantities to be measured
P s
The mean value of the hydraulic supply fine pressure during the hammer’s
operation including at least 10 blows
Q
The mean value of the breaker inlet oil flow measured simultaneously with
p s
T
The oil temperature must lie between + 40/ + 60ºC during measurements.
The temperature of the hydraulic breaker body must have been stabilised to
normal operating temperature before starting the measurements
P a
The prefill gas pressures of all accumulators must be measured in static
situation (breaker not operating) at stable ambient temperature of + 15/ +
25ºC. The measured ambient temperature shall be recorded with the
measured accumulator prefill gas pressure
Parameters to be evaluated from the measured operating parameters
P IN Hydraulic input power of the breaker P IN = p s - Q
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT
BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
Hydraulic supply line pressure measurement, p s
p s must be measured as close to the breaker IN-port as possible
p s shall be measured with a pressure gauge (minimum diameter: 100
mm; accuracy class ± 1.0% FSO)
Breaker inlet oil flow, Q
Q must be measured from the supply pressure line as close to the
breaker IN-port as possible
Q must be measured with an electric flowmeter (accuracy class ± 2.5%
of the flow reading)
Measurinig point of the oil temperature, T
T must be measured from the oil tank of the carrier or from the
hydraulic line connected to hammer.
Measuring point shall be specified in the report
accuracy of the temperature reading must lie within ± 2ºC of the actual
value
Period determination/determination of resulting sound power level
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
The measurements are repeated three times, or more if necessary. The final result
is calculated as the arithmetic mean of the two highest values that do not differ by
more than 1 dB
Figure 28.1
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT
BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
Figure 28.2
Definitions
Tool diameter (mm)
Anvil diameter, 1 200 ± 100 mm
Inner diameter of the anvil support structure, < 1 800 mm
Diameter of the test block deck, < 2 200 mm
Diameter of the tool opening in the deck, < 350 mm
Diameter of the tool seal, < 1 000 mm
Visible tool length between the lowest part of the housing and tool seal
upper surface (mm),
h 1 = d ± d/2
Tool seal thickness above the deck, < 20 mm (if the tool seal is located
below the deck, its thickness is not limited; it may be made of foam rubber)
Distance between deck upper surface and anvil upper surface, 250 ± 50 mm
Isolating foam rubber deck seal thickness, < 30 mm
Anvil thickness, 350 ± 50 mm
Tool penetration, < 50 mm
If the quadratic shape of the test block structure is used, the maximum length
dimension equals 0.89 x corresponding diameter
The empty space between the deck and the anvil can be filled with elastic foam
rubber or other absorption material, density < 220 kg/m 3
29. HYDRAULIC POWER PACKS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The hydraulic power pack shall be installed on the reflecting plane; skid-mounted
hydraulic power packs shall be placed on a support 0,40 m high, unless otherwise
required by the manufacturer’s conditions of installation
Test under load
During testing, no tools shall be coupled to the hydraulic power pack
The hydraulic power pack shall be brought to its steady state within the range
specified by the manufacturer. It shall operate at its nominal speed and its nominal
pressure. The nominal speed and pressure are those appearing in the instructions
supplied to the purchaser
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
30. JOINT CUTTERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The joint cutter shall be equipped with the largest possible blade foreseen by the
manufacturer in the instructions supplied to the purchaser. The engine shall operate
at its maximum speed with the blade idling
Period of observation
Thc period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
31. LANDFILL COMPACTORS
See No 37
32. LAWNMOWERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
In case of dispute, measurements shall be carried out in the open air on the
artificial surface (point 4.1.2 of MSA ISO 11094:2002)
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = 0
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without the artificial surface and in
accordance with Annex A to MSA ISO 3744:2000 shall be < 2.0 dB, in which case
K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
If the wheels of the lawnmower could cause a compression of the artificial surface
of more than 1 cm, the wheels shall be placed on supports so that they are level with
the artificial surface before compression. If the cutting device cannot be separated
from the driving wheels of the lawnmower, the mower shall be tested on supports
w i t h th e c ut ti ng dev ic e o pe ra ti ng a t it s m a xi mu m s p e e d lai d do w n by t he
manufacturer. The supports shall be made in such a way that they do not influence
the measurement results
Test free of load
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Period of observation
MSA ISO 11094:2002
33. LAWN TRIMMERS/LAWN EDGE TRIMMERS
See No 32
The trimmer shall be positioned by a suitable device in such a way that its cutting
device is above the centre of the hemisphere. For lawn trimmers, the centre of the
cutting device shall be held at a distance of about 50 mm above the surface. In order
to accommodate the cutting blades, lawn edge trimmers should be positioned as
close as possible to the test surface
34. LEAF BLOWERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
In case of dispute, measurements shall be carried out in the open air on the
artificial surface (point 4.1.2 of MSA ISO 11094:2002)
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ( )
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without artificial surfacc and in
accordance with Anncx A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The leaf blower shall be positioned in the natural manner for normal use in such a
way that the outlet of its blowing device is situated (50 ± 25 mm) above the centre of
the hemisphere; if the leaf blower is hand-held it shall be held either by a person or
by a suitable device
Test under load
The leaf blower shall be operated at its nominal speed and the nominal air flow
stated by the manufacturer
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
Note: If a leaf blower can be also used as a leaf collector it shall be tested in both
configurations, in which case the higher value shall be used
35. LEAF COLLECTORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
In case od dispute, measurements shall be carried out in the open air on the
artificial surface (point 4.1.2 of MSA ISO 11094:2002)
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without artificial surface and in
accordance with Anncx A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The leaf collector shall be positioned in the natural manner for normal use in such
a way that the inlet of the collecting device is situated (50 ± 25) mm above the centre
of the hemisphere; if the leaf collector is hand-held it shall be held either by a person
or by a suitable device
Test under load
The leaf collector shall be operated at its nominal speed with the nominal air flow
in the collectiong device stated by the manufacturer
Period of observation
The period of observation shall be at least 15 seconds
Note: If a leaf collector can be also used as a leaf blower it shall be tested in both
configurations, in which case the higher value shall be used
36. LIFT TRUCKS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Safety requirements and the manufacturer’s information shall be observed
Lifting condition
With the truck stationary the load (non-sound absorbent material, e.g. steel or
concrete; at least 70% of the actual capacity stated in the manufacturer’s instruction)
shall be lifted from the lowered position, at maximum speed to the standardised lift
height applicable to that type of industrial truck in accordance with the relevant
European Standard in the series ‘Safety of Industrial Trucks’. If the actual maximum
lift height is less, it may be used in individual measurements. The lift height shall be
listed in the test report
Drive condition
Drive the truck, without load, at full acceleration from standstill over a distance of
three times its length to reach line A-A (line connecting microphone positions 4 and
6), continue driving the truck at maximum acceleration to line B-B (line connecting
microphone positions 2 and 8). When the rear of the truck has crossed line B-B, the
accelerator may be released
If the truck has a multi-gear transmission, select the gear that ensures the highest
possible speed over the measurement distance
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
The periods of observation are
-
for lifting condition: the whole lift cycle;
-
for drive condition: the time period starting when the truck’s centre
crosses the line A-A and ends when its centre reaches the line B-B
The resulting sound power level for all types of lift trucks, however, is calculated
by
L wA = 10 log (0.7 x 10 0.1LWAc + 0.3 x 10 0.1LWAa )
where subscript 'a' indicates 'lifting mode' and subscript 'c' indicates 'driving
mode'
37. LOADERS
Basic noise emission standard MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Measurement surfuce/number of microphone positions/mcasuring distance
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
Crawler loaders shall be tested on the test site corresponding to point 6.3.3 of
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Test under load
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex C
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
MSA ISO 6395:2002, Annex C
38. MOBILE CRANES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
If the crane is equipped with outriggers, they shall be fully extended and the crane
shall be levelled on its pads in mid position of possible support height
Test under load
The mobile crane to be tested shall be presented in its standard version as
described by the manufacturer. The engine power considered for determination of
noise limit is the nominal power of the engine used for crane motion. The crane shall
be equipped with its maximum permitted counterweight mounted on the slewing
structure
Before carrying out any measurement, the engine and the hydraulic system of the
mobile crane shall be brought to their normal working temperature following the
instruction of the manufacturer and all relevant safety-related procedures given in
the instruction handbook shall be carried out
If the mobile crane is equipped with several engines, the engine used for the
crane’s function shall be run. The carrier engine shall be turned off
If the engine of the mobile crane is fitted with a ventilator, it shall run during the
test. If the ventilator can be operated at several speeds, the test shall be carried out
with the ventilator running at the highest speed
The mobile crane shall be measured under the following three ((a) to (c)) or four
((a) to (d)) conditions
For all working conditions the following shall apply
-
engine speed at 3/4 of maximum speed specified for crane operation
mode with a tolerance of ± 2%
-
acceleration and deceleration at the maximum value without dangerous
movements of the load or the hook block
-
motions at maximum possible speed as given in the instruction manual
under the conditions given
(a)
Hoisting
The mobile crane shall be loaded with a load which creates 50% of the maximum
rope force. The test consists of hoisting of the load and the immediately following
lowering to the starting position. The length of the boom shall be chosen so that the
full test lasts 15 to 20 seconds
(b)
Slewing
With the boom adjusted to an angle of 40º to 50º to the horizontal and without load
the upper carriage shall be slewed 90º to the left immediately followed by slewing
back to the starting position. The jib shall be at its minimum length. The observation
period shall be the time needed to carry out the working cycle
(c)
Derricking
The test starts with raising the short jib from the lowest working position
immediately followed by the lowering of the jib to its original position. The
movement shall be executed without load. The duration of the test shall be at least 20
seconds
(d)
Telescoping (if applicable)
With the jib adjusted to an angle of 40º to 50º to the horizontal without load and
the jib fully retracted, the telescoping cylinder for the first section only shall be
extended together with the first section to its full length and immediately retracted
together with the first section
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
The resulting sound power level is calculated by
(i)
if telescoping is applicable
L WA = 10 log (0.4 x 10 0.1LWAa + 0.25 x 10 0.1LWAb + 0.25 x 10 0.1LWAc + 0.1 x
10 0.1LWAd )
(ii)
if telescoping is not applicable
L WA = 10 log (0.4 x 10 0.1LWAa + 0.3 x 10 0.1LWAb + 0.3 x 10 0.1LWAc )
where
L WA is the sound power level for the hoisting cycle
L WAb is the sound power level for the stewing cycle
L WAc is the sound power level for the derricking cycle
L WAd is the sound power level for the telescoping cycle (if applicable)
39. MOBILE WASTE CONTAINERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
-
Reflecting surface of concrete or non-porous asphalt
-
Laboratory room which provides a free field over a reflecting plane
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurement indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined in accordance with Annex A to MSA
EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which case K 2A shall be disregarded.
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Hemisphere/six microphone positions according to Part A item 5/r = 3m
Operating conditions during test
All the measurements shall be carried out with an empty container
Test No 1: Free shutting down of the lid along the container body
To minimise his influence on the measurements, the operator shall stand at the
back side of the container (hinge side). The lid shall be released by its middle, to
prevent warping during its fall
The measurement is carried out during the following cycle, repeated 20 times
-
initially, the lid is raised vertically
-
the lid is released forward, if possible without giving an impulse, with
the operator at the back of the container, unmoving until the lid is shut
-
after complete shutting, the lid is raised to its initial position
Note: If necessary the operator can move temporarily to raise the lid.
Test No 2: Complete opening of the lid
To minimise his influence on the measurements, the operator shall stand at the
back side of the container (hinge side) for the four-wheel containers, or on the right
side of the container (between microphone position 10 and microphone position 12)
for the two-wheel containers. The lid shall be released by its middle or as near as
possible to its middle.
To prevent any moving of the container, wheels shall be locked during the test. For
the two-wheel containers, and to prevent any bounce of the container, the operator
can maintain it by placing his hand on the top rim
The measurement is carried out during the following cycle
-
initially, the lid is opened horizontally
-
the lid is released without giving an impulse
-
after complete opening, and before a possible rebond, the lid is raised to
its initial position
Test No 3: Rolling of the container over an artificial irregular track
For this test, an artificial test track, simulating irregular ground is used. This test
track consists of two parallel strips of steel mesh (6 m long and 400 mm wide),
fastened in the reflecting plane approximately every 20 cm.
The distance between the two strips is adapted according to the type of container,
in order to allow the wheels to roll all over the whole length of the track. The
mounting conditions shall ensure a flat surface. If necessary, the track is fastened on
the ground with resilient material to avoid emission of parasitic noise
Note: Every strip can be composed of several 400 mm wide elements fitted
together
An example of adequate track is given in Figures 39.1 and 39.2
The operator is situated at the lid hinge side
The measurement is carried out while the operator draws the container along the
artificial track, with a constant speed of approximately 1 m/s, between points A and
B (4.24 m distance - see Figure 39.3) when the wheel axle, for a 2-wheel container,
or the first wheel axle for a 4-wheel container, reaches point A or point B. This
procedure is repeated three times in each direction
During the test, for a 2-wheel container, the angle between the container and the
track shall be 45º. For a 4-wheel container, the operator shall ensure an appropriate
contact of all the wheels with the track.
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
Test Nos 1 and 2: Free shutting down of the lid along the container body and
complete opening of the lid
If possible, the measurements are carried out simultaneously at the six microphone
positions. Otherwise, the sound levels measured at each microphone position will be
classified in increasing order and the sound power levels are calculated by
associating the values at each microphone position according to their row
The A-weighted single-event sound pressure level is measured for each of the 20
shuttings and the 20 openings of the lid at each measurement point. The sound power
levels L WA shutting and L WA opening are calculated from the quadratic mean of the
five highest values among those obtained
Test No 3: Rolling the container over on artificial irregular track
The period of observation T shall be equal to the duration necessary to cover the
distance between point A and point B on the track.
The sound power level L WA rolling is equal to the mean of six values differing by
less than 2 dB. If this criterion is not fulfilled with six measurements, the cycle is
repeated as far as necessary
The resulting sound power level is calculated by
L WA = 10 log 1 / 3 (10 0.1LWA shutting + 10 0.1LWA opening + 10 0.1LWA rolling )
Figure 39.1
Drawing of the rolling track
Wooden wire mesh cleat
Rolling parts
Adapted to the container
Figire 39.2
Detail of construction and mounting of the rolling track
1. - Rigid steel thread (4 mm)
- Mesh of net: (50 mm x 50 mm)
2. Wooden wire mesh cleat (20 mm x 25 mm)
3. Reflecting plane
1 Hinge
40. MOTOR HOES
See No 32
The tool shall be disconnected during measurement
41. PAVER-FINISHERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The engine of the machine shall operate at the nominal speed indicated by the
manufacturer. All working units shall be activated and operate at the following
speeds
conveying system
at least 10% of maximum value
spreading system
at least 40% of maximum value
tamper (speed, stroke)
at least 50% of maximum value
vibrators (speed, unbalance moment)
at least 50% of maximum value
pressure bars (frequency, pressure)
at least 50% of maximum value
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
42. PILING EQUPMENT
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 6395:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The piling equipment is installed at the top of a pile which has sufficient
resistance in the ground to allow the equipment to work at a steady speed. In the case
of impact hammers, the cap must be supplied with a new, wooden filling. The head
of the pile is 0.50 m above the test area
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
43. PIPELAYERS
See No ()
44. PISTE CATERPILLARS
See No ()
45. POWER GENERATORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Enrvironmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurement indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without artificial surface and in
accordance with Annex A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Hemisphere/6 microphone positions according to Part A item 5/according to Part
A item 5. If 1 > 2 m: a parallelepiped according to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000 may be
used with measuring distance d = 1 m.
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The power generators shall be installed on the reflecting plane; skid-mounted
power generators shall be placed on a support 0.40 m high, unless otherwise required
by the manufacturer’s conditions of installation
Test under load
MSA ISO 8528-10:2002, point 9
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
46. POWER SWEEPERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The power sweeper shall be tested in a stationary position. The engine and
auxiliary units operate at the speed provided by the manufacturer for the operation of
the working equipment; the broom operates at its highest speed, it is not in contact
with the ground; the suction system shall work at its maximum suction power with
the distance between ground and mouth of the suction system not exceeding 25 mm
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
47. REFUSE COLLECTION VEHICLES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The refuse collection vehicle shall be tested in a stationary position for the
following operating conditions.
1. The engine is running at maximum speed provided by the manufacturer. The
equipment shall not be running. This test is not carried out for vehicles with
electrical supply only
2. The compaction system is running
The refuse collection vehicle and the hopper receiving the waste are empty
If the engine speed is automatically accelerated when the compaction system
is running, this value shall be measured. If the measured value is lower than the
speed provided by the manufacturer by more than 5% the test is carried out with the
engine accelerated by the cab accelerator, to ensure the engine speed provided by the
manufacturer
If the engine speed for the compaction system is not provided by the
manufacturer or if the vehicle is not provided with an automatic accelerator, then the
engine speed, issued by the cab accelerator shall be 1 200 rpm
3. The lifting device is running up and down, without load and without
container.
The engine speed is obtained and controlled as for the compaction system
running (point 2)
4. Material is falling into the refuse collection vehicle
Materials are emptied in bulk with the lifting device into the hopper
(initially empty). A two-wheeled container with a 240 l capacity, complying with
MSA EN 840-1:2000 shall be used for this operation. If the lifting device is not able
to pick up such a container, a container with a capacity close to 240 l shall be used.
The material shall consist of 30 tubes of PVC, each with a 0.4 kg approimate mass
and with the following dimensions
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length: 150 mm ± 0.5 mm
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nominal external diameter: 90 mm + 0.3/- 0 mm
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nominal depth: 6.7 mm + 0.9/- 0 mm
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
The period of observation shall be
1. at least 15 seconds. The resulting sound power level shall be L WA1
2. at least three complete cycles, if the compaction system is running
automatically.
If the compaction system is not running automatically, but cycle by cycle,
measurements are carried out at least during three cycles.
The resulting sound power level (L WA2 ) shall be the root mean square value
of the three (or more) measurements
3. at least three continuous complete work-cycles, including the entirety of
lifting device up and lifting device down. The resulting sound power level (L WA3 )
shall be the root mean square value of the three (or more) measurements
4. at least three complete work-cycles, each including the falling of 30 tubes
into the hopper. Each cycle shall not exceed 5 seconds. For these measurements
L pAeq,T is replaced by L pA,1s . The resulting sound power level (L WA4 ) shall be the
root mean square value of the three (or more) measurements.
The resulting sound power level is calculated by
L WA = 10 log (0.06 x 10 0.1LWA1 + 0.53 x 10 0.1LWA2 + 0.4 x 10 0.1LWA3 + 0.01 x
10 0.1LWA4 )
Note: In the case of a refuse collection vehicle only electrically supplied, the
coefficient associated to L WA1 is assumed to be equal to 0.
48. ROAD MILLING MACHINES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The longitudinal axis of the road milling machine shall be parallel to the y-axis
Test under load
The road milling machine shall be brought to its steady state within the range
specified in the instructions supplied to the purchaser. The engine and all
attachments shall be running at their respective rated speeds in the idling mode
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
49. SCARIFIERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
In case of dispute, measurements shall be carried out in the open air on the
artificial surface (Point 4.1.2 of MSA ISO 11094:2002)
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurement indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without artificial surface and in
accordance with Annex A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurment surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The scarificr shall be operated with the engine at its nominal speed and its
working device idling (operating, but not ripping)
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
50. SHREDDERS/CHIPPERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Test area
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurements indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined without artificial surface and in
accordance with Annex A to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which
case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
MSA ISO 11094:2002
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The shredder/chippcr shall be tested chipping one or more pieces of wood
The work-cycle consists of chipping a round piece of wood (dry pine or plywood)
o f a t l e a s t 1 .5 m l e n g t h , t h a t i s s h a r p e n e d a t o n e e n d a n d h a s a d i a m e t e r
approximately equal to the maximum that the shredder/chipper is designed to accept
specified in the instructions supplied to the purchaser
Period of observation/determination of resulting sound power level
The period of observation shall end when there is no more material in the chipping
area, but it shall not exceed 20 seconds. If both operation conditions are possible, the
higher sound power level has to be given
51. SNOW REMOVING MACHINES WITH ROTATING TOOLS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The snow blower shall be tested in a stationary position. The snow blower shall,
according to the manufacturer ’s recommendations, operate with the working
equipment at its maximum speed and the engine at the corresponding speed
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
52. SUCTION VEHICLES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The suction vehicle shall be tested in a stationary position. The engine and
auxiliary units operate at the speed provided by the manufacturer for the operation of
the working equipment; the vacuum pump(s) is (are) operating at its (their)
maximum speed provided by the manufacturer. The suction equipment is operated in
such a way that the internal pressure is equal to atmospheric pressure (0% vacuum).
The flow noise of the suction nozzle shall not have any influence on the results of
the measurements
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
53. TOWER CRANES
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurernent surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Measurements at ground-level
Hemisphere/6 microphone positions according to Part A paragraph 5/according to
Part A paragraph 5.
Measurements carried out at jib-height
Where the lifting mechanism is located at the jib-height, the measurement surface
shall be a sphere of 4 m radius, the centre of which shall coincide with the
geometrical centre of the winch. Where the measurement is carried out with the
lifting mechanism on the jib stay of the crane, the area of measurement surface is a
sphere; S is equal to 200 m 2
The microphone positions shall be as follows (see figure 53.1)
Four microphone positions on a horizontal plane passing through the geometric
centre of the mechanism (H = h/2) with L = 2.80 m and d = 2.80 - l/2
L = half-distance between two consecutive microphone positions
l = length of mechanism (along axis of jib)
b = width of mechanism
h = height of mechanism
d = distance between microphone support and mechanism in direction of jib
The other two microphone positions shall be located at the points of intersection
of the sphere and the vertical line passing through the geomctric centre of the
mechanism
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
Measurement of lifting mechanism
The lifting mechanism during the test shall be mounted in one of the following
ways. The position shall be described in the test report
(a)
Lifting mechanism at ground level
The mounted crane shall be placed on a flat reflecting surface of concrete or
non-porous asphalt
(b)
Lifting mechanism on the jib stay
The lifting mechanism shall be at least 12 m above the ground
(c)
Lifting mechanism fixed to the ground
The lifting mechanism shall be fixed to a flat reflecting surface of concrete
or non-porous asphalt
Measurement of the energy generator
Where the energy generator is attached to the crane, whether or not it is linked to
the lifting mechanism, the crane shall be mounted on a flat reflecting surface of
concrete or non-porous asphalt
Where the lifting mechanism is situated on the jib stay, the noise measurement
may be carried out with the mechanism either mounted on the jib stay or fixed to the
ground
Where the energy source powering the crane is independent from it (electrical
power generator or mains, or hydraulic or pneumatic power source), only the noise
level of the mechanism winch shall be measured
Whcre the energy generator is attached to the crane, the energy generator and the
lifting mechanism shall be measured separately if they are not combined. Where
these two devices are combined, the measurement shall refer to the whole assembly
During the test the lifting mechanism and the energy generator shall be installed
and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
Test free of load
The energy generator incorporated in the crane shall operate at the full power
rating indicated by the manufacturer
The lifting mechanism shall operate free of load, with its drum turning at the
rotation speed corresponding to the maximum hook-displacement speed, in the
raising and lowering modes. This speed shall be specified by the manufacturer. The
greater of the two sound power levels (raising or lowering) shall be used for the
results of the test
Test under load
The energy generator incorporated in the crane shall operate at the full power
rating indicated by the manufacturer. The lifting mechanism shall operate with a
cable tension at the drum corresponding to the maximum load (for the minimum
radius) with the hook moving at the maximum speed. The load and speed figures
shall be specified by the manufacturer. The speed shall be checked during the test
Period(s) of observation/determination of resulting sound power level if more than
one operating condition is used
For the measurement of the sound pressure level of the lifting mechanism, the
measuring period shall be (t r + t f ) seconds
t r being the period in seconds prior to activation of the brake, with the lifting
mechanism operating in the manner specified above. For the purpose of the test t r = 3
seconds t f being the period in seconds between the moment when the brake is
activated and that when the hook comes to a complete standstill
If an integrator is used, the integration period shall be equal to (t r + t f ) seconds
The root mean square value at a microphone position i shall be given by
L pi = 10 lg [(t r 10 0.1Lri + t f º 10 0.1Lfi )/(t r + t f )
L ri being the sound pressure level at microphone position i during period t r
L fi being the sound pressure level at microphone position i during breaking period
t f
Figure 53.1
Arrangement at microphone positions where the lifting mechanism is located on
the jib stay
54. TRENCHERS
See Nu ()
55. TRUCK MIXERS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Operating conditions during test
Test under load
The truck mixer shall be tested in a stationary position. The drum is filled with
concrete of medium consistency (propagation measure 42 to 47 cm) complying to
the rated capacity. The engine driving the drum shall operate at the speed that causes
the maximum speed of the drum specified in the instructions supplied to the
purchaser
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
56. WATER PUMP UNITS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Measurement surface/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Parallelepiped/according to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000 with measurement distance d
= 1 m
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The water pump unit shall be installed on the reflecting plane; skid-mounted water
pump units shall be placed on a support 0.40 m high, unless otherwise required by
the manufacturer’s conditions of installation
Test under load
The engine must operate at the point of best efficiency given in the manufacturer’s
instructions
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
57. WELDING GENERATORS
Basic noise emission standard
MSA EN ISO 3744:2000
Environmental correction K 2A
Measurement in the open air
K 2A = ()
Measurement indoors
The value of the constant K 2A , determined in accordance with Annex A to MSA
EN ISO 3744:2000, shall be < 2.0 dB, in which case K 2A shall be disregarded
Measurement surfuce/number of microphone positions/measuring distance
Hemisphere/6 microphone positions according to Part A item 5/according to Part
A item 5
If l > 2 m: a parallelepiped according to MSA EN ISO 3744:2000 may be used
with measuring distance d = 1 m
Operating conditions during test
Mounting of equipment
The welding generators shall be installed on the reflecting plane; skid-mounted
welding generators shall be placed on a support 0.40 m high, unless otherwise
required by the manufacturer’s conditions of installation
Test under load
MSA ISO 8528-10:2002, point 9
Period of observation
The period of observation shall at least be 15 seconds
Based on Annex IV of the Directive
MODELS OF THE CE MARKING OF CONFORMITY AND OF THE
INDICATION OF THE GUARANTEED SOUND POWER LEVEL
The CE conformity marking must consist of the initials "CE" taking the following
For the avoidance of doubt, it is hereby declared that the grid providing the
background in the above graduated drawing is not part of the CE marking.
if the CE marking is reduced or enlarged according to the size of the
equipment, the proportions given in the above drawing must be
respected,
the various components of the CE marking must have substantially the
same vertical dimension, which may not be less than 5 mm,
the CE marking is followed by the identification number of the notified
body, if it intervenes in the control of production, as well as by the last
two figures of the year that the CE marking is affixed.
The indication of the guaranteed sound power level must consist of the single-
number of the guaranteed sound power in dB, the sign L WA and a pictogram taking
the following form
If the indication is reduced or enlarged according to the size of the equipment the
proportions given in the above drawing must be respected. However, the vertical
dimension of the indication should, if possible, not be less than 40 mm.
Based on Annex V of the Directive
INTERNAL CONTROL OF PRODUCTION
1. This Schedule describes the procedure whereby the manufacturer, or his
authorised representative, who carries out the obligations laid down in point 2,
ensures and declares that the equipment concerned satisfies the requirements of
these regulations. The manufacturer, or his authorized representative, must affix the
CE marking of conformity and the indication of the guaranteed sound power level as
required in regulation 11 to each piece of equipment and draw up a written EC
declaration of conformity as required in regulation 8.
2. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, must draw up the
technical documentation described in point 3 and he must keep it for a period ending
at least ten years after the last product has been manufactured at the disposal of the
relevant national authorities for inspection purposes. The manufacturer, or his
authorised representative, may entrust another person to keep the technical
documentation. In this case he has to include the name and address of this person in
the EC declaration of conformity.
3. The technical documentation must enable the conformity of the equipment
with the requirements of these regulations to be assessed. It must contain at least the
following information
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name and address of the manufacturer or his authorised representative
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a description of the equipment
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make
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trade name
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type, series and numbers
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the technical data relevant for the identification of the equipment and
the assessment of its noise emission, including, if appropriate,
schematic drawings and any description and explanation necessary for
their understanding
-
the reference to these regulations
-
the technical report of noise measurements carried out in accordance
with the provisions of these regulations
-
the technical instruments applied and the results of the evaluation of the
uncertainties due to production variation and their relation to the
guaranteed sound power level.
4. The manufacturer must take all measures necessary in order that the
manufacturing process ensures continuing compliance of the manufactured
equipment with the technical documentation referred to in points 2 and 3 and with
the requirements of these regulations.
Based on Annex VI of the Directive
INTERNAL CONTROL OF PRODUCTION WITH ASSESSMENT OF
TECHNICAL DOCUMENTATION AND PERIODICAL CHECKING
1. This Schedule describes the procedure whereby the manufacturer, or his
authorised representative, who carries out the obligations laid down in points 2, 5
and 6, ensures and declares that the equipment concerned satisfies the requirements
of these regulations. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, must affix
the CE marking of conformity and the indication of the guaranteed sound power
level as required in regulation 11 to each piece of equipment and draw up a written
EC declaration of conformity as required in regulation 8.
2. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, must draw up the
technical documentation described in point 3 and he must keep it for a period ending
at least ten years after the last product has been manufactured at the disposal of the
relevant national authorities for inspection purposes. The manufacturer, or his
authorised representative, may entrust another person to keep the technical
documentation. In this case he has to include the name and address of this person in
the EC declaration of conformity.
3. The technical documentation must enable the conformity of the equipment
with the requirements of these regulations to be assessed. It must contain at least the
following information
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name and address of the manufacturer or his authorised representative
-
a description of the equipment
-
make
-
trade name
-
type, series and numbers
-
the technical data relevant for the identification of the equipment and
the assessment of its noise emission, including, if appropriate,
schematic drawings and any description and explanation necessary for
their understanding
-
the reference to these regulations
-
the technical report of noise measurements carried out in accordance
with the provisions of these regulations
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the technical instruments applied and the results of the evaluation of the
uncertainties due to production variation and their relation to the
guaranteed sound power level.
4. The manufacturer must take all measures necessary in order that the
manufacturing process ensures compliance of the manufactured equipment with the
technical documentation referred to in points 2 and 3 and with the requirements of
these regulations.
5. Evaluation by the notified body prior to placing on the market
The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, shall present a copy of
his technical documentation to a notified body of his choice before the first item of
equipment is placed on the market or put into service.
If there are doubts about the plausibility of the technical documentation, the
notified body shall inform accordingly the manufacturer or his authorised
representative, and if need be, carry out, or have carried out modifications to the
technical documentation, or possibly, tests deemed necessary.
After the notified body has issued a report confirming that the technical
documentation satisfies the provisions of these regulations, the manufacturer or his
authorised representative may affix the CE marking to the equipment and issue an
EC declaration of conformity in accordance with regulations 11 and 8, for which he
will bear complete responsibility.
6. Evaluation by the notified body during production
The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, shall further involve the
notified body in the production phase according to one of the following procedures
to be chosen by the manufacturer or his authorised representative
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the notified body shall carry out periodical checks in order to verify
continuing compliance of the manufactured equipment with the
technical documentation and with the requirements of these regulations;
in particular the notified body shall concentrate on
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the correct and complete marking of the equipment according to
regulation 11,
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issuing of the EC declaration of conformity according to regulation 8,
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the technical instruments applied and the results of the evaluation of the
uncertainties due to production variation and their relation to the
guaranteed sound power level.
The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, shall give the notified
body free access to all the internal documentation supporting these procedures, the
actual results of the internal audits and the corrective actions which have been taken,
if any.
Only if the above checks give unsatisfactory results shall the notified body
carry out noise tests, which, on its own judgement and experience, may be simplified
or completely carried out according to the provisions laid down in Annex III of the
Directive, which is set out in Schedule III, for the relevant type of equipment,
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the notified body shall carry out or have carried out product checks at
random intervals.
An adequate sample of the final equipment, chosen by the notified body,
must be examined and appropriate noise tests as set out in Annex III of the Directive,
which is set out in Schedule III, or equivalent tests, must be carried out to check the
conformity of the product with the relevant requirements of the regulations. The
product checking must include the following aspects
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the correct and complete marking of the equipment according to
regulation 11,
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issuing of the EC declaration of conformity according to regulation 8.
In both procedures, the frequency of the checks shall be defined by the
notified body according to the results of previous evaluations, the need to monitor
corrective actions and further guidance for the frequency of the checks that may be
given by the yearly production and the general reliability of the manufacturer to
maintain the guaranteed values; however a check shall be carried out at least once
every three years.
If there are doubts about the plausibility of the technical documentation or
the adherence during production, the notified body shall inform accordingly the
manufacturer, or his authorised representative.
In those cases where equipment checked does not conform to the provisions
of these regulations, the notified body must inform the notifying Member State.
Based on Annex VII of the Directive
UNIT VERIFICATION
1. This Schedule describes the procedure whereby the manufacturer, or his
authorised representative, ensures and declares that the equipment which has been
issued with the certificate referred to in point 4 conforms to the requirements of
these regulations. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, must affix the
CE marking supplemented by the information as required in regulation 11 to the
equipment and draw up the CE declaration of conformity referred to in regulation 8.
2. The application for a unit verification must be lodged by the manufacturer or
his authorised representative with a notified body chosen by him.
The application must include
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the name and address of the manufacturer and, if the application is
lodged by the authorised representative, his name and address in
addition
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a written declaration that the same application has not been lodged with
any other notified body
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a technical documentation conforming to the requirements set below
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a description of the equipment
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trade name
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type, series and numbers
NOISE EMISSION IN THE ENVIRONMENT
BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
the technical data relevant for the identification of the equipment and
the assessment of its noise emission, including, if appropriate,
schematic drawings and any description and explanation necessary for
their understanding
the reference to these regulations.
3. The notified body must
examine whether the equipment has been manufactured in conformity
with the technical documentation
agree with the applicant the location where, in accordance with these
regulations, the noise tests will be carried out
in accordance with these regulations, carry out or have carried out the
necessary noise tests.
4. Where the equipment meets the provisions of these regulations, the notified
body must issue a certificate of conformity to the applicant as described in Annex X
of the Directive, which is set out in Schedule X.
If the notified body refuses to issue a certificate of conformity, it must state
the detailed grounds for the refusal.
5. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, must keep with the
technical documentation copies of the certificate of conformity for a period of ten
years from the date on which the equipment is placed on the market.
Based on Annex VIII of the Directive
FULL QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. This Schedule describes the procedure whereby the manufacturer who
satisfies the obligations of point 2 ensures and declares that the equipment concerned
satisfies the requirements of these regulations. The manufacturer, or his authorised
representative, must affix the CE marking supplemented by the information as
required in regulation 11 to each product and draw up the written EC declaration of
conformity referred to in regulation 8.
2. The manufacturer must operate an approved quality assurance system for
design, manufacture and final product inspection and testing as specified in point 3
and shall be subject to surveillance as specified in point 4.
Quality assurance system
3.1. The manufacturer must lodge an application for assessment of his quality
assurance system with a notified body of his choice.
The application must include
all relevant information for the product category envisaged, including
technical documentation of all equipment already in phase of design or
production that must contain at least the following information
name and address of the manufacturer or his authorised representative
a description of the equipment
make
trade name
type, series and numbers
the technical data relevant for the identification of the equipment and
the assessment of its noise emission, including, if appropriate,
schematic drawings and any description and explanation necessary for
their understanding
the reference to these regulations
the technical report of noise measurements carried out in accordance
with the provisions of these regulations
the technical instruments applied and the results of the evaluation of the
uncertainties due to production variation and their relation to the
guaranteed sound power level
a copy of the EC declaration of conformity
the documentation concerning the quality assurance system.
3.2. The quality assurance system must ensure compliance of the product with
the requirements of the regulations that apply to it.
All the elements, requirements and provisions adopted by the manufacturer
shall be documented in a systematic and orderly manner in the form of written
policies, procedures and instructions. The quality assurance system documentation
must permit a common understanding of the quality policies and procedures such as
quality programmes, plans, manuals and records.
3.3. It must contain in particular an adequate description of
the quality objectives and the organisational structure, responsibilities
and powers of the management with regard to design and product
quality
the technical documentation to be drawn up for each product, containing
at least the information indicated in point 3.1 for the technical
documentations mentioned there
the design control and design verification techniques, processes and
systematic actions that will be used when designing the products
pertaining to the equipment category covered
the corresponding manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance
techniques, processes and systematic actions that will be used
the examinations and test that will be carried out before, during and
after manufacture, and the frequency with which they will be carried out
the quality records, such as inspection reports and test data, calibration
data, qualification reports of the personnel concerned, etc.,
the means to monitor the achievement of the required design and
product quality and the effective operation of the quality assurance
system.
The notified body must assess the quality assurance system to determine
whether it satisfies the requirements referred to in point 3.2. It shall presume
conformity with these requirements in respect of quality assurance systems that
implement MSA EN ISO 9001:2000.
The auditing team must have at least one member with experience as an
assessor in the equipment technology concerned. The assessment procedure must
include an assessment visit to the manufacturer’s premises.
The decision must be notified to the manufacturer. The notification must
contain the conclusion of the examination and the reasoned assessment decision.
3.4. The manufacturer must undertake to fulfil the obligations arising out of the
quality assurance system as approved and to maintain it in an adequate and efficient
manner.
The manufacturer or his authorised representative shall keep the notified
body that has approved the quality assurance system informed of any intended
updating of the quality assurance system.
The notified body must evaluate the modifications proposed and decide
whether the modified quality assurance system will still satisfy the requirements
referred to in point 3.2 or whether a reassessment is required.
It must notify its decision to the manufacturer. The notification must contain
the conclusions of the examination and the reasoned assessment decision.
4. Surveillance under the responsibility of the notified body
4.1. The purpose of surveillance is to make sure that the manufacturer duly
fulfils the obligations arising out of the approved quality assurance system.
4.2. The manufacturer must allow the notified body entrance for inspection
purposes to the locations of design, manufacture, inspection and testing, and storage
and must provide it with all necessary information, in particular
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the quality assurance system documentation
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the quality records as foreseen by the design part of the quality
assurance system, such as results of analyses, calculations, tests, etc.,
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the quality records as foreseen by the manufacturing part of the quality
assurance system, such as inspection reports and test data, calibration
data, qualification reports of the personnel concerned, etc.
4.3. The notified body shall periodically carry out audits to make sure that the
manufacturer maintains and applies the quality assurance system and must provide
an audit report to the manufacturer.
4.4. Additionally the notified body may pay unexpected visits to the
manufacturer. During such visits the notified body may carry out, or cause to be
carried out, tests to verify that the quality assurance system is functioning correctly,
if necessary. The notified body must provide the manufacturer with a visit report
and, if a test has taken place, with a test report.
5. The manufacturer must, for a period ending at least ten years after the last
equipment has been manufactured, keep at the disposal of the national authorities
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the documentation referred to in the second indent of point 3.1 of this
Schedule
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the updating referred to in the second paragraph of point 3.4
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the decisions and reports from the notified body which are referred to in
the final paragraph of point 3.4, points 4.3 and 4.4.
6. Each notified body must give the other notified bodies the relevant
information concerning the quality assurance system approvals issued and
withdrawn.
Based on Annex IX of the Directive
MINIMUM CRITERIA TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT BY MEMBER STATES
FOR THE NOTIFICATION OE BODIES
1. The body, its director and its staff responsible for carrying out verification
operations may be neither the designer, builder, supplier or installer of the equipment
nor the authorised representative of any of those parties.
They may become involved neither directly nor as authorised
representatives in the design, construction, marketing or maintenance of such
equipment nor represent the parties engaged in these activities. This does not
preclude the possibility of exchange of technical information between the
manufacturer and the body.
2. The body and its staff must carry out the assessments and verifications with
the highest degree of professional integrity and technical competence and must be
free from all pressures and inducements, particularly financial, which might
influence their judgement or the results of their work, especially from persons or
groups of persons with an interest in the results of verification.
3. The body must have at its disposal the necessary staff and possess the
necessary facilities to enable it to perform properly the technical and administrative
tasks connected with inspection and surveillance operations; it must also have access
to the equipment required for any special verification.
4. The staff responsible for inspection must have
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sound technical and professional training
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satisfactory knowledge of the requirements for the assessment of
technical documentation
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satisfactory knowledge of the requirements for the tests they carry out
and adequate practical experience of such tests
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the ability to draw up the certificates, records and reports required to
authenticate the performance of the tests.
5. The impartiality of inspection staff must be guaranteed. Their remuneration
must not depend on the number of tests carried out or the results of such tests.
6. The body must take out liability insurance unless its liability is assumed by
the State in accordance with national law, or the Member State itself is directly
responsible for the tests.
7. The staff of the body must observe professional secrecy with regard to all
information gained in carrying out its tests (except vis-a-vis the competent
administrative authorities of the State in which its activities are carried out) under
these regulations or any provisions of national law giving effect to it.
8 shall come into force on such date as the Minister responsible
for Consumer Affairs, after consultation with the Malta Standards
Authority, may prescribe.
2.1. These regulations apply to equipment for use outdoors
listed in Articles 12 and 13 of the Directive, which are set out in
Schedules XI and XII, and defined in Annex 1 of the Directive,
which is set out in Schedule I.
2.1.1.
These regulations only cover equipment for use
outdoors that is placed on the market or put into
service as an entire unit suitable for the intended
use. Non-powered attachments that are separately
placed on the market or put into service shall be
excluded, except for hand-held concrete-breakers
and picks and for hydraulic hammers.
2.2. The following shall be excluded from the scope of these
regulations
2.2.1.
all equipment for use outdoors primarily intended
for the transport of goods or persons by road or
rail or by air or on waterways;
2.2.2.
equipment for use outdoors specially designed and
constructed for military and police purposes and
for emergency services.
3.1. For the purposes of these regulations, the following
Definitions.
definitions shall apply
3.1.1.
"the Directive" means Council Directive 2000/14/
EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
on the approximation of the laws of the Member
States concerning the noise emission in the
environment by equipment for use outdoors;
3.1.2.
"equipment for use outdoors" means all
machinery defined in Article 1(2) of Directive 98/
37/EC of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 22 June 1998 on the approximation of
the laws of the Member States relating to
machinery which is either self-propelled or can be
moved and which, irrespective of the driving
element(s), is intended to be used, according to its
type, in the open air and which contributes to
environmental noise exposure. The use of
equipment in an ambience where the transmission
of sound is not or not significantly affected (for
instance under tents, under roofs for protection
against rain or in the shell of houses) is regarded
as use in the open air. It also means non-powered
equipment for industrial or environmental
applications, which is intended, according to its
type, to be used outdoors and which contributes to
environmental noise exposure. All types of
equipment are hereinafter referred to as
"equipment";
3.1.3.
"conformity assessment procedures" means the
procedures laid down in Annexes V to VIII of the
Directive, which are set out in Schedules V to
VIII, based on Decision 93/465/EEC;
3.1.4.
"marking" means the visibly, legibly and indelibly
affixing on the equipment of the CE marking
defined in Decision 93/465/EEC accompanied by
the indication of the guaranteed sound power
level;
3.1.5.
"sound power level LWA" means the A-weighted
sound power in dB in relation to 1 pW as defined
in MSA EN ISO 3744:1995 and MSA EN ISO
3746:1995;
3.1.6.
"measured sound power level" means a sound
power level as determined from measurements as
laid down in Annex III of the Directive, which is
set out in Schedule III; measured values may be
determined either from a single machine
representative for the type of equipment or from
the average of a number of machines;
3.1.7.
"guaranteed sound power level" means a sound
power level determined in accordance with the
requirements laid down in Annex III of the
Directive, which is set out in Schedule III, which
includes the uncertainties due to production
variation and measurement procedures and where
the manufacturer, or his authorised representative,
confirms that according to the technical
instruments applied and referred to in the
technical documentation it is not exceeded;
3.1.8.
"harmonised standard" means a technical
specification adopted by the European Committee
for Standardisation (CEN) or the European
Committee for Electrotechnical Standardisation
(CENELEC) or the European Telecommunications
Standards Institute (ETSI), upon a remit from the
European Commission in accordance with
Directive 98/34/EC of the European Parliament
and of the Council laying down a procedure for
the provision of information in the field of
technical standards and regulations as amended by
Directive 98/48/EC of the European Parliament
and of the Council;
3.1.9.
"national standard transposing the harmonised
standard" means a standard issued by one of the
members of CEN/CENELEC/ETSI which is
declared and noted to be technically equivalent to
the harmonised standard originally issued by
CEN/CENELEC/ETSI;
3.1.10.
"OJ" means the Official Journal of the European
Communities;
3.1.11.
"Community" means the European Community;
3.1.12.
"Commission" means the Commission of the
European Communities;
3.1.13.
"notified body" means a body responsible for
carrying out functions relating to the conformity
assessment procedures set out in Article 14 of the
Directive and described in regulation 9 which has
been notified by the member State concerned to
the Commission and the other member States
pursuant to Article 15 of the Directive;
3.1.14.
"CE marking" means the CE conformity marking
consisting of the symbol "CE" as set out in
Schedule IV;
3.1.15.
"manufacturer" means the person
3.1.15.1. who is primarily responsible for the
design and construction of the
equipment so that it complies with the
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requirements of these regulations;
3.1.15.2. who is responsible for "re-building" or
modifying an existing equipment, and
who in so doing is creating an "as-
new" equipment;
3.1.15.3. who takes responsibility for the
appraisal of the design, construction
and any necessary modification of
used imported equipment.
3.1.16.
"local authorised representative" means any
person (or organisation) established in Malta who
has been appointed by the manufacturer to act on
his behalf in carrying out certain tasks required by
these regulations;
3.1.17.
"importer" means any person who places
equipment from a foreign country on to the
Maltese market so that he supplies such
equipment on the first occasion that it is supplied
in Malta;
3.1.18.
"person who supplies equipment"
means
wholesalers, distributors, retailers, etc.;
3.1.19.
"responsible person" in relation to equipment
means
3.1.19.1. the manufacturer thereof;
3.1.19.2. the manufacturer’s local authorised
representative; or
3.1.19.3. where the manufacturer is not
established in Malta and he has not
appointed
a
local
authorised
representative, the person who places
the equipment on the local market.
3.1.20.
"placing on the market" means importation,
wholesale, retail, sale and distribution free of
charge.
4.1. The provisions of these regulations are
4.1.1.
intended to cover noise emission standards,
conformity assessment procedures, marking,
technical documentation and collection of data
concerning the noise emission in the environment
of equipment for use outdoors;
4.1.2.
applicable to all imported equipment as well as to
those manufactured for the local market.
4.2. No person may construct, import, place on the market or
put into service any equipment, which does not comply with the
provisions of these regulations.
5.1. Equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 shall not be placed
on the market or put into service until the manufacturer, or his
authorised representative ensures that
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BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
5.1.1.
the equipment satisfies the requirements
concerning the noise emission in the environment
of these regulations;
5.1.2.
the conformity assessment procedures referred to
in regulation 9 have been completed;
5.1.3.
the equipment bears the CE marking and the
indication of the guaranteed sound power level
and is accompanied by an EC declaration of
conformity.
5.2. Where neither the manufacturer nor his authorised
representative is established in Malta, the obligations of these
regulations shall apply to any person placing the equipment on the
market or putting into service in Malta.
6.1. The placing on the market or putting into service of
equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 which complies with the
provisions of these regulations, bears the CE marking and the
indication of the guaranteed sound power level and is accompanied
by an EC declaration of conformity, shall not be prohibited,
restricted or impeded.
6.2. At trade fairs, exhibitions, demonstrations and similar
events, the showing of equipment referred to in regulation 2.1
which does not conform to the provisions of these regulations,
provided that a visible sign clearly indicates that such equipment
does not conform and that it is not placed on the market or put into
service until it has been brought into conformity by the
manufacturer or his authorised representative shall not be
prevented. During demonstrations adequate safety measures shall
be taken to ensure the protection of persons.
7.1. Equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 bearing the CE
marking provided for in regulation 8 and the indication of the
guaranteed sound power level and which is accompanied by the EC
declaration of conformity provided for in Annex II of the Directive,
which is set out in Schedule II, shall be regarded as conforming to
all the provisions of these regulations.
8.1. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, of
equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 shall, in order to certify that
an item of equipment is in conformity with the provisions of these
regulations, draw up an EC declaration of conformity for each type
of equipment manufactured; the minimum content of this
declaration of conformity is laid down in Annex II of the Directive,
which is set out in Schedule II.
8.2. The declaration of conformity must be drawn up in Maltese
and, or English when equipment is placed on the market or put into
service.
8.3. The manufacturer, or his authorised representative, of
equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 shall keep a specimen of the
EC declarativn of conformity for ten years from the date on which
the equipment was last manufactured, together with the technical
documentation as provided for in Annex V point 3, Annex VI point
3, Annex VII point 2, Annex VIII points 3.1 and 3.3 of the
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BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
Directive, which are set out in Schedules V, VI, VII and VIII.
9.1. Before placing on the market or putting into service any
equipment referred to in Article 12 of the Directive, which is set
o u t i n S c h e d u l e X I , t h e m a n u f a c t u r e r, o r h i s a u t h o r i s e d
representative, shall subject each type of equipment to one of the
following conformity assessment procedures
9.1.1.
the internal control of production with assessment
of technical documentation and periodical
checking procedure referred to in Annex VI of the
Directive, which is set out in Schedule VI, or
9.1.2.
the unit verification procedure referred to in
Annex VII of the Directive, which is set out in
Schedule VII, or
9.1.3.
the full quality assurance procedure referred to in
Annex VIII of the Directive, which is set out in
Schedule VIII.
9.2. Before placing on the market or putting into service any
equipment referred to in Article 13 of the Directive, which is set
o u t i n S c h e d u l e X I I , t h e m a n u f a c t u r e r, o r h i s a u t h o r i s e d
representative, shall subject each type of equipment to the internal
control of production procedure referred to in Annex V of the
Directive, which is set out in Schedule V.
10.1. The Director of Consumer Affairs shall take all appropriate
measures to ensure that equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 may
be placed on the market or put into service only if it conforms to
the provisions of these regulations, bears the CE marking and the
indication of the guaranteed sound power level and is accompanied
by an EC declaration of conformity.
10.2. All appropriate measures shall be taken to encourage the
local authorities responsible for implementing these regulations to
cooperate with each other and provide each other with information
in order to assist the functioning of these regulations.
10.3. Where it is ascertained that equipment referred to in
regulation 2.1 which is placed on the market or put into service
does not comply with the requirements of these regulations, the
Director of Consumer Affairs shall take all appropriate measures so
that the manufacturer or his authorized representative shall bring
the equipment into conformity with the provisions of these
regulations, and shall so inform the Consumer and Industrial Goods
Directorates of the Malta Standards Authority.
10.4. Where -
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the limit values referred to in Article 12 of the
Directive, which is set out in Schedule XI, are
exceeded; or
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non-compliance with other provisions of these
regulations continues despite measures taken under
regulation 10.3,
the Director of Consumer Affairs shall take all appropriate
measures to restrict or prohibit the placing on the market or putting
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BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
into service of the equipment in question or to ensure that it is
withdrawn from the market, and shall so inform the Consumer and
Industrial Goods Directorate of the Malta Standards Authority.
10.5. Where a non-complying equipment or assembly, referred to
in regulation 3, bears the CE marking, the Director of Consumer
Affairs shall take appropriate action against whomsoever has
affixed the marking or drawn up the declaration and shall so inform
the Consumer and Industrial Goods Directorate of the Malta
Standards Authority.
10.6. Any decision taken pursuant to these regulations which
restricts the placing on the market and putting into service of
equipment shall state the exact grounds on which it is based.
10.6.1.
Such a decision shall be notified as soon as
possible to the party concerned, who shall at the
same time be informed of the legal remedies
available to him under the laws in force in Malta
and of the time limits to which such remedies are
subject.
10.7. Necessary measures shall be taken to ensure that the
manufacturer, or his authorised representative, shall send to the
responsible authority of the Member State where he resides or
where he places on the market or puts into service the equipment
referred to in regulation 2.1 and to the Commission a copy of the
EC declaration of conformity for each type of equipment referred
to in regulation 2.1.
10.8. The Consumer and Industrial Goods Directorate of the
Malta Standards Authority shall immediately inform the
Commission of any measures taken in pursuance of regulations
10.3, 10.4 and 10.5.
Based on Annex X of the Directive
UNIT VERIFICATION
MODEL OF CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE
EC CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE
1. MANUFACTURER
2. EC CONFORMITY CERTIFICATE No.
3. CERTIFICATE HOLDER
4. ISSUING DIRECTIVE APPLICABLE
5. LABORATORY REPORT
6. EU DIRECTICE APPLICABLE
No.
Date
...../...../EC
Measured sound power level
...................... dB
7. DESCRIPTION OF EQUIPMENT
Type of equipment
Category
Trade name
Type No.
Identification No.
Type of motor(s)
Manufacturer
Type of energy
Power/revs
Other required technical characteristics
8. THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS BEARING THE NUMBER SHOWN IN BOX 2
ARE ANNEXED TO THIS CERTIFICATE
9. CERTIFICATE VALID
(Stamp)
Place
(Signature)
Date
/
/
1. Equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 placed on the
market or put into service which complies with the provisions of
these regulations shall bear the CE marking of conformity. The
marking shall consist of the initials "CE".
11.1.1.
The form of the marking to be used is shown in
Schedule IV.
11.2. The CE marking shall be accompanied by the indication of
the guaranteed sound power level. A model of this indication is
given in Annex IV of the Dircctive, which is set out in Schedule IV.
11.3. The CE marking of conformity and the indication of the
guaranteed sound power level shall be affixed in a visible, legible
and indelible form to each item of equipment.
11.4. The affixing of markings or inscriptions on the equipment
which are likely to be misleading with regard to the meaning or the
CE marking or to the indication of the guaranteed sound power
level shall be prohibited. Any other marking may be affixed to the
equipment, provided that the visibility and legibility of the CE
marking and the indication of the guaranteed sound power level is
not thereby reduced.
11.5. Where the equipment referred to in regulation 2.1 is
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BY EQUIPMENT FOR USE OUTDOORS
subject to other directives concerning other aspects and which also
provide for the affixing of the CE marking, the marking shall
indicate that such equipment also fulfils the provisions of those
directives.
11.6. Where one or more of the directives referred to in
regulation 11.5 allow the manufacturer, during a transitional
period, to choose which arrangements to apply, the CE marking
shall indicate that the equipment only fulfils the provisions of the
directives applied by the manufacturer. In this case the particulars
of those directives, as published in the Official Journal of the
European Communities, must be given in the documents, notices or
instructions required by those directives and accompanying such
equipment.
Based on Article 12 of the Directive
EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO NOISE LIMITS
The guaranteed sound power level of equipment listed below shall not exceed the
permissible sound power level as laid down in the following tables of limit values
DEFINITION
MEASUREMENT
Builders’ hoists for the transport of
Schedule 1, item 3
Schedule III, Part B, item 3
goods (combustion-engine driven)
Compaction machines (only vibrating
Schedule I, item 8
Schedule III, Part B, item 8
and non-vibrating rollers, vibratory
plates and vibratory rammers)
Compressors (<350 kW)
Schedule I, item 9
Schedule III, Part B, item 9
Concrete-breakers and picks, hand-
Schedule I, item 10
Schedule III, Part B, item 10
held
Construction winches (combustion-
Schedule I, item 12
Schedule III, Part B, item 12
engine driven)
Dozers (<500 kW)
Schedule I, item 16
Schedule III, Part B, item 16
Dumpers (<500 kW)
Schedule I, item 18
Schedule III, Part B, item 18
Excavators, hydraulic or rope-operated
Schedule I, item 20
Schedule III, Part B, item 20
(<500 kW)
Excavator-loaders (<500 kW)
Schedule I, item 21
Schedule III, Part B, item 21
Graders (<500 kW)
Schedule I, item 23
Schedule III, Part B, item 23
Hydraulic power packs
Schedule I, item 29
Schedule III, Part B, item 29
Landfill compactors, loader-type with
Schedule I, item 31
Schedule III, Part B, item 31
bucket (<500 kW)
Lawnmowers (excluding agricultural
Schedule 1, item 32
Schedule III, Part B item 32
and forestry equipment, and multi-
purpose devices, the main motorized
component of which has an installed
power of more than 20 kW)
Lawn trimmers/lawn edge trimmers
Schedule I, item 33
Schedule III, Part B, item 33
Lift trucks, combustion-engine driven,
Schedule I, item 36
Schedule III, Part B, item 36
counterbalanced (excluding ‘other
counterbalanced lift trucks’ as defined
in Schedule I, item 36, second indent
with a rated capacity of not more than
10 tonnes)
Loaders (<500 kW)
Schedule I, item 37
Schedule III, Part B, item 37
Mobile cranes
Schedule I, item 38
Schedule III, Part B, item 38
DEFINITION
MEASUREMENT
Motor hoes (<3kW)
Schedule I, item 40
Schedule III, Part B, item 40
P a v e r- f i n i s h e r s ( e x c l u d i n g p a y e r-
Schedule I, item 41
Schedule III, Part B, item 41
finishers equipped with a high-
compaction screed)
Power generators (<400kW)
Schedule I, item 45
Schedule III, Part B, item 45
Tower cranes
Schedule I, item 53
Schedule III, Part B, item 53
Welding generators
Schedule l, item 57
Schedule III, Part B, item 57
Net installed Permissible sound power level
power P (in kW)
in dB/1 pW
Electric power
P el(1) in kW
Stage I
Stage II
Type of equipment
Mass of
as from
as from
appliance
3 January
3 January
m in kg
Cutting width L
in cm
Compaction machines (vibrating rollers,
P < 8
vibratory plates, vibratory rammers)
8 < P < 70
P > 70
89 + 11 lg P
86 + 11 lg P
Tracked dozers, tracked loaders tracked
P < 55
excavator-loaders
P < 55
87 + 11 lg P
84 + 11 lg P
Wheeled dozers, wheeled loaders, wheeled
P < 55
e x c a v a t o r- l o a d e r s , d u m p e r s , g r a d e r s ,
loader-type landfill compactors,
combustion-engine driven counterbalanced
P > 55
85 + 11 lg P
82 + 11 lg P
lift trucks, mobile cranes, compaction
machines (non-vibrating rollers), never-
finishers, hydraulic power packs
Excavators, builders’ hoists for the
P < 15
transport of goods, construction winches,
P > 15
83 + 11 lg P
80 + 11 lg P
motor hoes
Hand-held concrete-breakers and picks
m < 15
15 < m < 30
94 + 11 lg m 92 + 11 lg m
m < 30
96 + 11 lg m 94 + 11 lg m
Tower cranes
98 + lg P
96 + lg P
Welding and power generators
P el < 2
97 + lg P el
95 + lg P el
2 < P el < 10
98 + lg P el
96 + lg P el
P el > 10
97 + lg P el
95 + lg P el
Compressors
P < 15
P > 15
97 + 2 lg P
95 + 2 lg P
94 (2)
Lawnmowers, lawn trimmers/lawn edge
L < 50
trimmers
50 < L < 70
98 (2)
70 < L < 120
103 (2)
L > 120
(1) P a for welding generators: conventional welding current multiplied by the conventional load
voltage for the lowest value of the duty factor given by the manufacturer.
P el for power generators: prime power according to MSA ISO 8528-1:2002, point 133.2.
(2) Indicative figures only. Definitive figures will depend on amendment of the Directive following
the report required in Article 20(3). In the absence of any such amendment, the figures for stage I will
continue to apply for stage II.
The permissible sound power level shall be rounded to the nearest whole number (less than 0.5
use lower number; greater than or equal to 0.5 use higher number).
1. The provision of these regulations shall not prevent any
competent authority’s entitlement to lay down, in due observance
of the Treaty
12.1.1.
Measures to regulate the use of equipment
referred to in regulation 2.1 in areas which they
consider sensitive, including the possibility of
restricting the working hours of the equipment,
12.1.2.
such requirements as they may deem necessary to
ensure that persons are protected when using the
equipment in question, provided that this does not
mean that the equipment is modified in a way not
specified in these regulations.
Based on Article 13 of the Directive
EQUIPMENT SUBJECT TO NOISE MARKING ONLY
The guaranteed sound power level of equipment listed below shall be subject to
noise marking only
DEFINITION
MEASUREMENT
Aerial access platforms with
Schedule 1, item 1
Schedule III, Part B, item 1
combustion engine
Brush cutters
Schedule I, item 2
Schedule III, Part B, item 2
Builders’ hoists for the transport of
Schedule I, item 3
Schedule III, Part B, item 3
goods (with electric motor)
Building site band saw machines
Schedule I, item 4
Schedule III, Part B, item 4
Building site circular saw benches
Schedule I, item 5
Schedule III, Part B, item 5
Chain saws, portable
Schedule I, item 6
Schedule III, Part B, item 6
Combined high pressure flushers and
Schedule I, item 7
Schedule III, Part B, item 7
suction vehicles
Compaction machines (explosion
Schedule I, item 8
Schedule III, Part B, item 8
rammers only)
Concrete or mortar mixers
Schedule I, item 11
Schedule III, Part B, item 11
Construction winches (with electric
Schedule I, item 12
Schedule III, Part B, item 12
motor)
Conveying and spraying machines for
Schedule I, item 13
Schedule III, Part B, item 13
concrete and mortar
Conveyor belts
Schedule I, item 14
Schedule III, Part B, item 14
Cooling equipment on vehicles
Schedule 1, item 15
Schedule III, Part B item 15
Drill rigs
Schedule I, item 17
Schedule III, Part B, item 17
Equipment for loading and unloading
Schedule I, item 19
Schedule III, Part B, item 19
silos or tanks on trucks
Glass recycling containers
Schedule I, item 22
Schedule III, Part B, item 22
DEFINITION
MEASUREMENT
Grass trimmers/glass edge trimmers
Schedule I, item 24
Schedule III, Part B, item 24
Hedge trimmers
Schedule I, item 25
Schedule III, Part B, item 25
High pessure flushers
Schedule I, item 26
Schedule III, Part B, item 26
High pressure water jet machines
Schedule I, item 27
Schedule III, Part B, item 27
Hydraulic hammers
Schedule I, item 28
Schedule III, Part B, item 28
Joint cutters
Schedule l, item 30
Schedule III, Part B, item 30
Leaf blowers
Schedule l, item 34
Schedule III, Part B, item 34
Leaf collectors
Schedule l, item 35
Schedule III, Part B, item 35
Lift trucks, combustion-engine driven
Schedule l, item 36
Schedule III, Part B, item 36
counterbalanced (only ‘other
counterbalanced lift trucks’ as defined
in Schedule I, item 36, second indent,
with a rated capacity of not more than
10 tonnes)
Mobile waste containers
Schedule l, item 39
Schedule III, Part B, item 39
Paver-finishers (equipped with a high-
Schedule l, item 41
Schedule III, Part B, item 41
compaction screed)
Piling equipment
Schedule l, item 42
Schedule III, Part B, item 42
Pipelayers
Schedule l, item 43
Schedule III, Part B, item 43
Piste caterpillars
Schedule l, item 44
Schedule III, Part B, item 44
Power generators (> 400 kW)
Schedule l, item 45
Schedule III, Part B, item 45
Power sweepers
Schedule l, item 46
Schedule III, Part B, item 46
Refuse collection vehicles
Schedule l, item 47
Schedule III, Part B, item 47
Road milling machines
Schedule l, item 48
Schedule III, Part B, item 48
Scarifiers
Schedule l, item 49
Schedule III, Part B, item 49
Shredders/chippers
Schedule l, item 50
Schedule III, Part B, item 50
Snow-removing machines with rotating
Schedule l, item 51
Schedule III, Part B, item 51
tools (self-propelled, excluding
attachments)
Suction vehicles
Schedule l, item 52
Schedule III, Part B, item 52
Trenchers
Schedule l, item 54
Schedule III, Part B, item 54
Truck mixers
Schedule l, item 55
Schedule III, Part B, item 55
DEFINITION
MEASUREMENT
Water pump units (not for use under
Schedule l, item 56
Schedule III, Part B, item 56
water)
Conveying and spraying machine for concrete and mortar
Items of plant pumping and spraying concrete or mortar, with or without
agitator, whereby the material to be transported is conveyed to the placing position
through pipelines, distribution devices or distribution booms.
Conveyance is carried out
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for concrte mechanically, by piston or rotor pumps
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for mortar mechanically by piston, worm, hose and rotor pumps or
pneumatically by compressors with or without air chamber.
These machines may be mounted on trucks, trailers or special vehicles.
Conveyor belt
A temporarily installed machine suitable for transporting material by means
of a power-driven bell.
Cooling equipment on vehicles
A cargo space refrigeration unit on vehicle categories N2, N3, O3 and O4 as
defined by Directive 70/156/EEC.
The refrigeration unit may be powered by means of an integral part of the
refrigeration unit, a separate part attached to the vehicle body, a driving engine of
the vehicle, or by an independent or standby power source.
Dozer
A self-propelled wheeled or trawler machine used to exert a push or pull
force through mounted equipment.
Drill rig
A machine which is used for drilling holes on construction sites by
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percussive drilling
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rotary drilling
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rotary percussive drilling.
Drill rigs are stationary during drilling. They may move from one place of
work to another, under their own power. Self-propelled drill rigs include those
mounted on lorries, wheeled chassis, tractors, crawlers, skid bases (pulled by
winch). When drill rigs are mounted on lorries, tractors and trailers, or a wheel-
based, transportation may be carried out at higher speeds and on public roads.
Dumper
A self-propelled machine wheeled or crawler machine having an open body,
which either transports and dumps or spreads material. Dumpers may be equipped
with intcgral self-loading equipment.
Equipment for loading and unloading of silos or tanks on trucks
Powercd devices attached to silo or tanker trucks for loading or unloading of
liquids or bulk material by means of pumps or similar equipment.
Excavator, hydraulic or rope-operated
A self-propelled crawler or wheeled machine having an upper structure
capable of a minimum of 360º rotation, which excavates, swings and dumps material
by the action of a bucket fitted to the boom and arm or telescopic boom, without
moving the chassis or undercarriage during any one cycle of the machine.
Excavator-loader
A self-propelled wheeled or trawler machine having a main structural
support designed to carry both a front-mounted bucket loading mechanism and a
rear-mounted backhoe. When used in the backhoe mode, the machine normally digs
below ground level with bucket motion towards the machine. The backhoe lifts,
swings and discharges material while the machine is stationary. When used in the
loader mode, the machine loads or excavates through forward motion of the
machine, and lifts, transports and discharges material.
Glass recycling container
A container, built of whatever material, that is used for the collection of
bottles. It is equipped with at least one opening for filling in bottles and another one
for emptying the container.
Grader
A self-propelled wheeled machine having an adjustable blade, positioned
between front and rear axles, which cuts, moves and spreads material usually to
grade requirements.
Grass trimmer/ grass edge trimmer
A combustion-engine driven portable hand-held unit fitted with flexible
line(s), string(s), or similar non-metallic flexible cutting elements, such as pivoting
cutters, intended to cut weeds, grass or similar soft vegetation. The cutting device
operates in a plane approximately parallel (grass trimmer) or perpendicular (grass
edge trimmer) to the ground.
Hedge trimmer
Hand-held. integrally driven powered equipment which is designed for use
by one operator for trimming hedges and bushes utilising one or more linear
reciprocating cutter blades.
High pressure flusher
A vehicle equipped with a device to clean sewers or similar installations by
means of a high pressure waterjet.
The device may be either mounted on a proprietary vehicular truck chassis
or incorporatcd into its own chassis embodiment. The equipment may be fixed or
demountable as in the case of an exchangeable bodywork system.
High pressure waterjet machine
A machine with nozzles or other speed-increasing openings which allow
water, also with admixtures, to emerge as a free jet. In general, high pressure jet
machines consist of a drive, a pressure generator, hose lines, spraying devices, safety
mechanisms, controls and measurement devices. High pressure water jet machines
may be mobile or stationary
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mobile high pressure water jet machines are mobile, readily
transportable machines which are designed to be used at various sites,
and for this purpose are generally fitted with their own undergear or are
vehicle-mounted. All necessary supply lines are flexible and readily
disconnectable
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stationary high pressure water jet machines are designed to be used at
one site for a length of time but capable of being moved to another site
with suitable equipment. Generally skid or frame-mounted with supply
line capable of being disconnected.
Hydraulic hammer
Equipment which uses the hydraulic power source of the carrier machine to
accelerate a piston (sometimes gas-assisted), which then hits a tool. The stress wave
generated by kinetic action flows through the tool into the material, which causes the
material to break. Hydraulic hammers need a supply of pressurised oil to function.
The complete carrier/hammer unit is controlled by an operator.
Hydraulic power pack
Any machine for use with interchangeable equipment which compresses
liquids to a pressure higher than the inlet pressure. It means an assembly of a prime
mover, pump, with or without reservoir and accessories (e.g. controls, pressure relief
valve).
Joint cutter
A mobile machine intended for the production of joints in concrete, asphalt
and similar road surfaces. The cutting tool is a rotating high speed disc. The forward
motion of the joint cutter can be
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manual
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manual with mechanical assistance
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power-driven.
Landfill compactor, loader-type with bucket
A self-propelled wheeled compaction machine having a front-mounted
loader linkage with a bucket having steel wheels (drums) primarily designed to
compact, move, grade, and load soil, landfill or sanitary (refuse) materials.
Lawnmower
A walk-behind or ride-on grass cutting machine or a machine with grass-
cutting attachment(s) where the cutting device operates in a plane approximately
parallel to the ground and which uses the ground to determine the height of cut by
means of wheels, air cushion or skids, etc., and which utilises an engine or an
electric motor for a power source. The cutting devices are either
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rigid cutting elements, or
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non-metallic filament line(s) or freely pivoting non-metallic cutter(s)
with a kinetic energy of more than 10 J each; the kinetic energy is
determined using MSA EN 786:2000, Annex B.
Also a walk-behind or ride-on grass cutting machine or a machine with
grass-cutting attachment(s) where the cutting device is rotating about a horizontal
axis to provide a shearing action with a stationary cutter bar or knife (cylinder
mower).
Lawn trimmer/lawn edge trimmer
An clectrically powered walk-behind or hand-held grass cutting machine
with cutting element(s) of non-metallic filament line(s) or freely pivoting non-
metallic cutters with a kinetic energy of not more than 10 J each, intended to cut
grass or similar soft vegetation. The cutting element(s) operate(s) in a plane
approximately parallel (lawn trimmer) or perpendicular (lawn edge trimmer) to the
ground. The kinetic energy is dctermined using EN 786:2000, Annex B.
Leaf blower
A powered machine appropriate to clear lawns, paths, ways, streets, etc., of
leaves and other material by means of a high velocity air flow. It may be portable
(hand-held) or not portable but mobile.
Leaf collector
A powered machine suitable for collecting leaves and other debris using a
suction device consisting of a power source which produces a vacuum inside the
machine and a suction nozzle and a container for the collected material. It may be
portable (hand-held) or not portable but mobile.
Lift truck, combustion-engine driven, counterbalanced
A wheeled, internal combustion-engine driven lift truck with counterweight
and lifting equipment (mast, telescopic arm or articulated arm), These are
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rough terrain trucks (wheeled counterbalanced trucks intended primarily
for operation on unimproved natural terrain and on disturbed terrain of,
e.g., construction sites)
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other counterbalanced lift trucks, excluded are those counterbalanced
lift trucks that are specifically constructed for container handling.
Loader
A self-propelled wheeled or trawler machine having an integral front-
mounted bucket-supporting structure and linkage, which loads or excavates through
forward motion of the machine, and lifts, transports and discharges material.
Mobile crane
A self-powered jib crane capable of travelling, loaded or unloaded, without
the need for fixed runways and relying on gravity for stability. It operates on tyres,
crawlers or with other mobile arrangements. In fixed positions it may be supported
by outriggers or other accessories increasing its stability. The superstructure of a
mobile crane may be of the type of full-circle slewing, of limited slewing or non-
slewing. It is normally equipped with one or more hoists and, or hydraulic cylinders
for lifting and lowering the jib and the load. Mobile cranes are equipped either with
telescopic jibs, with articulated jibs, with lattice jibs, or a combination at these, of
such a design that may readily be lowered. The loads suspended from the jib may be
handled by hook block assemblies or other load-lifting attachments for special
services.
Mobile waste container
An appropriate designed container fitted with wheels intended to store waste
temporarily, and which is equipped with a cover.
Motor hoe
A self-propelled machine designed to be pedestrian-controlled
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with or without support wheel(s), in such a way that its working
elements act as hoeing tools to ensure propulsion (motor hoe), and
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propelled by one or various wheel(s) directly actuated from the engine
and equipped with hoeing tools (motor hoe with drive wheel(s)).
Paver-finisher
A mobile road construction machine used for the purpose of applying layers
of construction material, such as bituminous mix, concrete and gravel on surfaces.
Paver-finishers may be equipped with a high-compaction screed.
Piling equipment
Pile installation and extraction equipment, e.g. impact hammers, extractors,
vibrators or static pile pushing/pulling devices of an assembly of machines and
components used for installation or extraction of piles, which also includes
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piling rig consisting of carrier machine (trawler, wheel or rail mounted,
floating leader attachment, leader or guiding system)
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accessories, e.g. pile caps, helmets, plates, followers, clamping devices,
pile handling devices, pile guides, acoustic shrouds and shock/vibration
absorbing devices, power packs/generators and personal lifting devices
or platforms.
Pipelayer
A self-propelled crawler or wheeled machine specifically designed to handle
and lay pipes and carry pipeline equipment. The machine, the design of which is
based on a tractor, has especially designed components such as undercarriage, main
frame, counterweight, boom and load-hoist mechanism, and vertically pivoting side
boom.
Piste caterpillar
Any device comprising an internal combustion engine driving a rotary
electrical generator producing a continuous supply of electrical power.
Powcr generator
Any device comprising an internal combustion engine driving a rotary
electrical generator producing a continuous supply of electrical power.
Powcr sweeper
A sweeping collection machine having equipment to sweep debris into the
path of a suction inlet that would then pneumatically by way of a high velocity
airstream or with a mechanical pick-up system convey the debris to a collection
hopper. The sweeping and collecting devices may either be mounted to a proprietary
vehicular truck chassis or incorporated into its own chassis embodiment. The
equipment can be fixed or demountable as in the case of an exchangeable bodywork
system.
Refuse collection vehicle
A vehicle designed for the collection and transportation of domestic and
bulky waste based on loading via containers or by hand. The vehicle may be
equipped with a compaction mechanism. A refuse collection vehicle comprises a
chassis with cab onto which the bodywork is mounted. It may be equipped with a
container lifting device.
Road-milling machine
A mobile machine used for removing material from paved surfaces using a
power-driven cylindrical body, on which surface the milling tools are fitted; the
cutter drums rotate during the cutting operation.
Scarifier
A walk-behind or ride-on powered machine which uses the ground to
determine the depth of cut and which is equipped with an assembly appropriate to
slit or scratch the surfacc of the lawn in gardens, parks and other similar areas.
Shredder/chipper
A powered machine designed for use in a stationary position having one or
more cutting devices for the purpose of reducing bulk organic materials to smaller
pieces. Generally it consists of a feed intake opening through which material (which
may be held by an appliance or not) is inserted, a device which cuts up the material
by whatever method (cutting, chopping, crushing or other methods) and a discharge
chute through which the cut material is discharged. A collecting device may be
attached.
Snow-removing machine with rotating tools
A machine with which snow can be removed from traffic areas by rotating
means, accelerated and ejected by blower means.
Suction vehicle
A vehicle equipped with a device to collect water, mud, sludge, refuse or
similar material from sewers or similar installations by means of a vacuum. The
dev ice m ay be eit her m oun ted on a propriet ary vehi cular t ruck chassis or
incorporated into its own chassis embodiment. The equipment may be fixed or
demountable as in the case of an exchangeable bodywork system.
Tower crane
A slewing jib crane with the jib located at the top of a tower which stays
approximately vertical in the working position. This power-driven appliance is
equipped with means for raising and lowering suspended loads and for the
movement of such loads by changing the load-lifting radius, slewing, travelling of
the complete appliance.
Certain appliances perform several but not necessarily all of these
movements.
The appliance can be installed in a fixed position or equipped with means
for displacing or climbing.
Trencher
A self-propelled, ride-on or pedestrian-controlled, crawler or wheeled
machine, having a front- or rcar-mounted excavator linkage and attachment,
primarily designed to produrc trenches in a continuous operation, through a motion
of the machine.
Truck mixer
A vehicle which is equipped with a drum to transport ready-mixed concrete
from the concrete mixing plant to the job site; the drum may rotate when the vehicle
is driving or standstill. The drum is emptied on the job site by rotating the drum. The
drum is driven either by the driving engine of the vehicle or by a supplementary
Waterpump unit
A machine consisting of a water pump itself and the driving system. Water
pump means a machine for the raising of water from a lower to a higher energy level.
Welding generator
Any rotary device which produces a welding current.