Noise

Environmental Noise Analysis and Advice Service

Providing environmental noise measurement, control and advice to Central and Local Government and the private sector. We trade as Environmental Noise Analysis and Advice Service (ENAAS). The service is delivered by Vern Goodwin, SMS's Environmental Acoustics specialist. Vern has 30 years experience in environmental noise measurement and assessment. Click here to read more about Vern.

Our Environmental noise consultancy was established on 1 January 2000. It provides a national service to the Ministry of Health and Public Health Services within District Health Boards, in addition to fee for service to private and Local Government clients. Click here for an ENAAS request for service form.

We provide technical and expert advice on environmental noise and non-occupational noise.

• Measurement and assessment of all types of environmental noise
• Provision of expert evidence for Environment Court and Local Government Resource Management Act proceedings
• Assessment of proposals involving noise emissions
• Audit of predictions of noise
• Advice on enforcement options
• Mediation and arbitration services on environmental noise matters
• Advice to crown owned entities and government agencies
• Advisory services for local authorities on a cost-recovery basis
• Interpretation of acoustical standards and guidelines
• Training in environmental noise measurement and assessment.

Vern can be contacted at his Christchurch Office.

If you require occupational health and safety noise services click here for our consultancy services.