Avaliação de ruído ambiental na área central de Montes Claros-MG

Abstract

This study briefly presents the legislation on environmental noise and discusses the theme of noise pollution, focusing on the noise levels produced in the central area of Montes Claros/MG. This is a relevant issue, considering the possible impacts of excessive noise on the population that lives and works in urban centers. In this sense, it assesses the noise levels captured at different points in the central area of the urban perimeter of Montes Claros. The general objective that the guide refers to is to assess environmental noise identified in the central area of Montes Claros/MG, having as a principle the conservation of the environment and the preservation of the quality of life of the community in order to comply with current legislation and the Standard Brazilian - NBR 10151/2019. The on-site gauging methodology is used, according to the guidelines of the aforementioned Technical Standard. The study presents the measurement of 33 measurement points in the central area of Montes Claros-MG. The relevance of this research focuses mainly on showing whether the noise levels cause discomfort and can affect the health of people who live in the central area of the city and in its surroundings. It also serves as a warning for the authorities to intensify the inspection process in this region, with a view to minimizing the impacts caused by the excessive noise that exists there. Furthermore, the results suggest there is a need for measures to mitigate the noise levels found.