ASTM E1574-98(2023)
Standard Test Method for Measurement of Sound in Residential Spaces

Standard No.

ASTM E1574-98(2023)

Release Date

2023

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM E1574-98(2023)

Scope

1.1 This test method provides guidance to the methodology used in the measurement of building interior sound levels. 1.2 This test method describes procedures for measuring sound in enclosed residential spaces produced by built-in utilities and major appliances such as plumbing, heating, ventilating, air-conditioning systems, refrigerators, and dish washers. The measured values may then be used to assess compliance, design, or habitation suitability. 1.3 This test method does not promulgate or recommend acoustical criteria. 1.4 This test method is not intended for obtaining data to evaluate indoor environments for: 1.4.1 Commercial activities such as studios, communication centers, hospitals, and auditoria, and 1.4.2 Effects from exterior sources such as aircraft, railroad operations, motor vehicles, mining operation, weapons fire, etc. 1.5 This test method is not intended for evaluating sound transmission loss, sound absorption coefficient, or any other acoustical aspects of the space or structure. 1.6 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.7 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.8 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM E1574-98(2023) Referenced Document

• ASTM C634 Standard Terminology Relating to Building and Environmental Acoustics
• ASTM E177 Standard Practice for Use of the Terms Precision and Bias in ASTM Test Methods

ASTM E1574-98(2023) history

• 2023 ASTM E1574-98(2023) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Sound in Residential Spaces
• 1998 ASTM E1574-98(2014) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Sound in Residential Spaces
• 1998 ASTM E1574-98(2006) Standard Test Method for Measurement of Sound in Residential Spaces
• 1998 ASTM E1574-98 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Sound in Residential Spaces