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To establish a means for effective coordination of federal research and activities in noise control.

Programs are in place to educate the public on the impacts of noise pollution and the importance of noise control measures.

The Environmental Protection Agency is authorized to set limits on noise emissions for various products distributed in commerce.

Construction activities are subject to local noise control laws, which may impose time restrictions or equipment standards for noise reduction.

Decibel levels for noise emissions are set based on the environment and time of day, with higher levels generally allowed during daytime.

Local ordinances often establish noise level standards for residential areas, typically lower during night-time hours.

The act provides the limit for maximum permissible sound levels for vehicles, which varies depending on the type of vehicle and its use.

OSHA sets permissible exposure limits for noise in the workplace to protect against hearing impairment.

The EPA and local governments are tasked with enforcing noise control standards and may issue fines for violations.