Hazmat Plus can provide a detailed noise survey for your site including an initial noise hazard risk assessment using a Class 1 sound level meter, noise “grabs” of individual areas to identify noise-producing machines and personal noise monitoring (dosimetry) over a typical work shift to compare results against current Workplace Exposure Standards.
Noise is a common workplace hazard and is often underestimated as hearing loss can be gradual over many years. All workers exposed to high noise levels are at risk of suffering permanent noise-induced hearing loss. Monitoring workplace noise is with professional noise testing is crucial in the management of noise on a site and is the only way to determine your workers noise exposure.
How a noise assessment should be done in the workplace?
A noise test or noise hazard risk assessment begins with a noise survey using a Class 1 or 2 sound level meter. This is followed by personal noise monitoring and short recordings of noise levels to identify loud machinery/areas. Results are compared with the Workplace Exposure Standards. We can also produce a Noise Map of your site showing the areas/rooms where hearing protection is to be used.
How often should a noise assessment be carried out?
A noise test or noise hazard risk assessment should be conducted every five years to ensure a safe working environment. However, if machinery, work processes or working hours are altered or structural changes are made to the buildings, a new noise survey should be performed.
How to assess noise?
A workplace noise test, noise survey or noise hazard risk assessment is usually conducted using a sound level meter (SLM), integrating sound level meter (ISLM) or noise dosimeters. These can be used to identify the level of personal noise exposure, as well as noise generated from a specific source.
For more information on Noise testing and surveys, Assessments call 1300 797 441, or email info@hazmatplus.com.au.
