No rankings have been made in this category. Noise Noise generated by the operations of the developed site is considered in this category. Construction activity, engine generator testing, sirens, and helicopter rotary wing noise are generated on a hospital site. Traffic noise is a consideration only when there is a significant increase in traffic in a residential area. This section deals with the use and disposal of hazardous materials by a hospital operation.
Sites are unranked.
Size and Configuration Sites that meet the minimum size requirement of 12 acres are given a score of 3. Sites that are over 12 but less than 15 are given a 4. Sites that are more than 15 but less than 20 are given a 5. Sites that are poorly configured are downgraded one rank. Sites that are less than the minimum size are ranked 1.