Analysis of Noise Levels at Manggarai and Duri Train Stations

Abstract

This study aims to measure and analyze the noise level in two transportation areas with high activity, namely Manggarai Station and Duri Station, Jakarta. This location was chosen because of its function as a rail transit center that has a high passenger and train operating volume, which contributes to increased noise. The measurements were carried out on Friday to Sunday, with the duration of each session for 10 minutes, using four measuring tools, namely The Sound Level Meter, Noise Meter application, decibel sound application, and dB Sound Meter application, to ensure data accuracy. The results showed that the noise level at Manggarai Station ranged from 96.5 dB to 100.3 dB, while at Duri Station ranged from 95.8 dB to 99.7 dB. The highest noise fluctuation pattern was recorded on Friday at Manggarai Station, which made it the location with the highest noise levels during the study period. Based on the government-set noise threshold of 70 dB for transport areas, these two locations significantly exceeded the limit. The high level of noise is mainly caused by intensive train operations, such as the sound of locomotive engines, fans, cooling systems, and compressors, as well as the high volume of passenger activity. This study confirms that high noise levels in the station area have the potential to cause health impacts, such as stress, hearing loss, and fatigue for workers and passengers. Therefore, mitigation measures are needed such as improving noise suppression technology on locomotives, setting train operating schedules, and implementing quiet zone policies around stations to minimize the negative impact of noise on the surrounding community.