Noise Exposure
Many thousands of people are exposed to loud noise at work that may be a risk to their hearing. But compliance with The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 will ensure that workers' hearing is protected.
By law, as an employer, you must assess and identify measures to eliminate or reduce risks from exposure to noise so that you can protect the hearing of your employees. Where the risks are low, the actions you take may be simple and inexpensive, but where the risks are high, you should manage them using a prioritised noise-control action plan ensuring that:-
- hearing protection is provided and used;
- any other controls are properly used; and
- you provide information, training and health surveillance.
We can help you survey your premises and measure noise exposure levels with reference to exposure detailed in the Control of Noise at Work Regulations (2005). We will indicate where exposure action values are exceeded and help you review the effectiveness of existing control measures in place.