Workplace Noise Resources
Exposure calculators & ready-reckoners
The noise exposure calculators can help you work out your daily noise exposure, weekly noise exposures, and estimate the performance of hearing protection.
Combined exposure to noise & ototoxic substances
According to the European Risk Observatory Report “Noise in Figures” published by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA, 2006), noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most prominent occupational diseases in Europe.
What is noise-induced hearing loss?
Noise-induced hearing loss is sensory deafness caused by long-term exposure of the auditory system to a noisy environment.
How do I select a workplace noise consultant?
This document is a buyer’s guide to help you pick a consultant who will be able to help you understand the level of noise risk in your workplace and provide you with advice on noise control methods.
Are construction tools affecting your hearing?
Did you know that 1 million people are exposed to hearing-damaging noise at work? If you work in construction, you’re most likely aware that the industry is a noisy business. But did you also know that the sector has the second highest rate of people developing occupational deafness?
Topic inspection pack - HSE
This Appendix to the Noise Topic Inspection Pack provides information on established noise control methods for a range of high-risk activities, organised according to industry/sector.
Controlling noise at work
This new edition of L108 provides guidance for employers on protecting people from the risks caused by noise at work. As well as setting out the legal obligations of employers under the new Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, it introduces a revised approach to the management and control of noise in the workplace.
Control of noise at work in music & entertainment
HSG260 - Sound advice contains practical guidance on the control of noise at work in music and entertainment, including concert halls and theatres, amplified live music venues, pubs/clubs and studios.
Noise reduction at band re-saws
HSE information sheet - Woodworking Information Sheet No4 (rev2)
Noise - don't lose your hearing (INDG363) 2nd Rev
Excellent short guide to inform employees about noise at work.
Sound Solutions for the food and drink industries
This book gives examples of simple, cost-effective ways of reducing the risk of hearing damage to workers in the food and drink industries. It contains 60 case studies showing how companies have found successful solutions to problems created by high noise levels.
Noise in music & entertainment sectors
Myth-busting questions/answers for workers and public with regards to noise in the music and entertainment sectors.
Noise in figures
Working life in Europe is changing at an ever-increasing speed, which can give rise to new risk areas or change the way that occupational safety and health needs to be managed.
Noise at work - a brief guide to controlling the risks
INDG362 (rev2) - This leaflet explains what an employer needs to do under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 to protect their employees from noise.
Best practice in noise control ppt
Noise Management - Noise Control Best Practice Powerpoint.
