Noise at Work Regulations
Exposure to high levels of noise in the work place can potentially cause employees to suffer hearing loss, tinnitus or other adverse health effects. In order to prevent or reduce the risk of such health effects, the Noise at Work Regulations 2005 places certain responsibilities on employers and employees. These may require the employer to:
- Assess the risks to employees from noise at work;
- Take action to reduce the noise exposure, including mitigation measures or provision of hearing protection;
- Ensure legal limits on noise exposure are not exceeded;
- Provide employees with information, instruction and training; and
- Carry out health surveillance where risks have been identified.
We offer extensive experience in undertaking noise assessments in the workplace, identifying any risk to employees and providing recommendations for appropriate mitigation measures and management practices in the control of noise exposure. Through this process we can ensure that you, as an employer, fulfill the legal responsibilities imposed under the Noise at Work Regulations and help to safeguard the health of your employees.
