National Noise Policy.

The National Noise Policy addresses noise pollution arising from industrial, commercial, entertainment, transportation, domestic and miscellaneous activities and their impacts on health. It outlines the Government’s part of the strategy for achieving the objective of continuous improvements in the quality of life for all Barbadians. The fundamental concepts for this policy are assessment, regulation and communication. Awareness will be raised on environmental noise issues and events through realistic monitoring and control of environmental noise pollution while seeking to ensure low noise exposure is attained and maintained and that environmental and human health is protected. Practical regulatory mechanism will be established to encourage swift enforcement action and control of environmental noise from residential, commercial and industrial sources. The existing legislation will be consolidated and the enforcement powers of officers will be strengthened through the development and implementation of comprehensive noise management legislation. Communication with the public will be strengthened and public participation in the decision-making process will be encouraged.