Flare Noise

Type of complaint: Noise -
Call received: 26/05/2017 10:00pm

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Complaint Details

Date of observation:26/05/2017 10:00pm
Date of call:26/05/2017 10:00pm
Street: Green Crt
Suburb:Altona

Investigation

Wind directionNorth west
Wind Speed4 Knots
Investigation result

Noise levels were being monitored whilst flaring during controlled plant start up.  Noise levels were below those that would normally trigger community complaints.   Weather conditions potentially enhanced propagation of noise from site.

Response

Flare conditions adjusted to lower flare noise levels.

Classification

OutcomeComplaint
OriginQenos Olefins