Subject of the guideline is a simplified method for the evaluation of odorous emissions from animal housing systems by means of a distance control. The guideline does not only aim at farmers as operators of animal husbandry, but also at experts, authorities and other professionals in the field of animal husbandry. The guideline allows evaluation of odours and their frequency of occurrence in the field of animal husbandry by simple means and without extensive simulation. It is also used for assessment of animal husbandry.
VDI 3894 Blatt 2-2012 history
2012VDI 3894 Blatt 2-2012 Emissions from and impacts of livestock operations - Method to determine separation distances - Odour
2011VDI 3894 Blatt 2-2011 Emissions and their impacts from livestock operations - Method to determine separation distances (distance regulation) - Odour