DIN ISO 18406:2018 Edition

Percussive pile driving can be a sginificant source of low-frequency impulsive underwater sound. During the process, a pile is driven into the sea-bed (or river-bed, etc.) using a hammer, which is typically driven hydraulically. Such a technique is commonly used to position piles in shallow water construction applications. Examples of such applications include: – Construction of offshore wind farms; – Construction and mooring of platforms for the offshore oil and gas industry; – Construction of bridge supports and foundations in rivers and estuaries; – Mooring and positioning of aquatic renewable energy devices. The assessment of impact if the radiated sound on marine life is not part of the scope of this standard.