We are now approaching 100 signed partitions, for which I thank you for your support.
Change.org helpfully produce a QR coded flyer that can be used to post around.
This petition will be presented to TFL in due course, so please share the petition with others to sign, particularly more so for those in the NW1 area, or those that suffer from train noise where you live, since there are simple actions that can be taken by TFL to reduce considerably such noise, though currently it is only giving lip service.
My recent home soundcheck conducted by TFL showed a level at 43 db, which is considerably more than WHO’s recommended level of 30dB. Interestingly, TFL’s recording picked up the sound 19.2 mts below ground and some 80-100 mts away from the line that runs north and south under Dorset Square. I await the full report from TFL.
Evidence supporting the 30 dB(A) recommendation:
The WHO's recommendation at World Health Organization (WHO) is based on a review of scientific research showing that noise levels above 30 dB(A) can trigger physiological and psychological responses that disrupt sleep, even if the person doesn't fully wake up. This can lead to:
· Reduced sleep quality: Noise can shift sleep from deeper to lighter stages, reducing the restorative quality of sleep.
· Difficulty falling asleep: High noise levels can increase the time it takes to fall asleep.
· Long-term health risks: Chronic sleep disturbance is associated with a range of health issues, including cardiovascular problems and cognitive impairment.
Due to the differences in the composition of the grounds composition, noise can be transmitted several hundred meters away from the source and even up to a kilometre, according to TFL and AI research.
Nature of the sound: The sound's quality can matter more than its volume. A constant drone might be less distracting than a sporadic, intermittent, or high-frequency noise, which can be particularly annoying and is in many cases.
If noise affects you, then you can use smartphone apps like Decibel X or NIOSH Sound Level Meter to check noise decibels, but be aware that most apps use your phone's built-in microphone and may not be accurate.
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Info: dB(A) refers to approximate human hearing perception.