ASA Policy on Classroom Acoustics Standard

(Approved by the ASA Executive Council on 7 June 2002 for immediate use.)

ASA’s position on the classroom acoustics draft standard, identified as BSR S12.60-200x American National Standard Acoustical Performance Criteria, Design Requirements, and Guidelines for Schools is:

• ASA fully supports the draft standard as submitted to ANSI on 23 May 2002.
• A classroom with good acoustical characteristics enhances the opportunity for learning and is an important element in creating a successful learning environment.
• Experience shows that implementation of the draft standard is feasible.