Lancall - Environmental Health & Safety Experts
Work Noise Regulations, UK Noise Regulations Compliance
Lancall Limited have been operating as environmental health & safety consultants for many years and we have built up a sound reputation during this time. One key area of expertise in this field is within compliance with UK Noise Regulations. Work Noise Regulations present many businesses with unique challenges but Lancall have experts who can help what ever the problem.
The New Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 came into force on 6 April 2006, with a two year transitional period for the music and entertainment industry until 6 April 2008. The Regulations replace the existing Noise at Work Regulations 1989.
The Regulations set new benchmarks for the protection of workers and the prevention of work related hearing damage. Currently (under the Noise at Work Regulations 1989) the first action level is a daily personal noise exposure of 85 dB(A), the second action level is a daily personal noise exposure of 90 dB(A), and the peak action level is a peak sound pressure of 200 pascals.
When the Physical Agents (Noise) Directive is implemented with the new regulations the first action level will be 80 dB(A) and a peak value of 112 pascals, the second action level will be 85 dB(A) and 140 pascals, and there will be a limit value of 87 dB(A) and 200 pascals. The limit value will take into account the reduction afforded by hearing protection.
The Regulations also give employers a framework upon which to base their noise-related decisions. For further details see hse.gov.uk
To find out how Lancall can help your business comply with Noise Regulations, please call us on 0845 257 2275 or use our contact form to send us your enquiry.
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