HSL is to run a 1 day course on Noise - An Introduction to Management of Noise in the Workplace.

26 April 2012

Introduction

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 are designed to protect workers from the direct risks of hearing damage from excessive noise exposure and the indirect risks from the masking of warning sounds. To manage noise risks you need to assess and control noise exposures, and ensure workers themselves understand the risks and how to keep safe. Hearing protection is not an alternative to controls and workers reliant on hearing protection remain at risk. The Regulations allow hearing protection only as a temporary measure or as a last resort where the risks from noise cannot reasonably be controlled. Workers at risk will need to be included in a health surveillance programme to monitor the progression of hearing loss and to provide feedback on the effectiveness of exposure controls and hearing protection. This course provides an overview of noise risks, and effective workplace management.

The course will cover:

• Noise basics
• Legal requirements
• Risk assessment
• Controlling noise risks
• Audible warnings
• Hearing protection
• Health surveillance

 

Who should attend?

Those managing noise risks in the workplace. 

Who will present?

Liz Brueck, Senior Noise Scientist. Liz has over 30 years experience as a noise scientist with HSL.

 

Venue

The course will be run at the HSL laboratory in the spa town of Buxton. Buxton is in the heart of the Peak District and has good links to mainline train stations and Manchester International Airport.

Cost

The cost of this course is £395 per person  (includes course notes, lunch and refreshments).

 

For further information email: training@hsl.gov.uk or contact the Training Unit at HSL directly on 01298 218806.

Details of hotels in the Buxton area can be found at www.visitpeakdistrict.com

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