194: Noise

Extract:-

KEY POINTS

• Ear protection of the correct type must be worn appropriate to the noise risk.
• Equipment must be used with reference as described in the Work Equipment Regulations Risk Assessments.
• Noise assessments will be carried out by a competent person.
• Records will be kept of these assessments.
• Facilities estates staff at risk will be identified by the assessment.
• Instruction, information and training on noise and its risks will be provided.
• Engineering control measures to reduce noise levels will be carried out where appropriate.
• All ’Ear protection zones’ will be identified and marked.
• Adequate and suitable ear defenders are available.
• The use of ear defenders by staff will be monitored and recorded.
• Ongoing monitoring and assessment of noise in the workplace will be carried out........

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