NZS 6801:2008

Defines basic quantities to be used for the description of sound in community environments and describes procedures for the measurement of these quantities. The procedures described are intended to enable consistent measurement of environmental sound for all conditions within the scope of the Standard. These procedures are referenced by other Standards in the Acoustics series. Users of this Standard are assumed to have a basic understanding of the science of acoustics and experience in sound measurement. The Standard may be cited in local authority rules, plans, and consent conditions or in National Environmental Standards to avoid the need for inclusion of technical information while ensuring national consistency in sound measurement methods.