Singleton Army Training Area
Sinclair Knight Merz was commissioned by the Department of Defence to investigate ground-borne vibration and overpressure emissions associated with training activities at the Singleton Army Training Area (SATA). The project was complex in nature and the following tasks were undertaken in order to achieve the required outcome for the client.
- Overview of relevant criteria;
- Measurement of ground-borne vibration and overpressure levels from an Explosive Ordnance Disposal course at a number of locations;
- Review of noise complaint history and correlation to the measured data;
- Analysis of prevailing meteorological conditions;
- Review of vibration emissions from the SATA and nearby developments;
- Modelling of overpressure impacts; and
- Provision of noise control mitigation options.
The project identified and quantified the types of impacts associated with the SATA. This information was used to create opportunities for the management of noise impacts associated with training activities of this nature. Broadly, recommendations included enhancement of community relations management and scheduling of events within favourable meteorological conditions. A further review of the environmental criteria for overpressure impacts of this nature was recommended.