Noise Risk Assessment
 
Work out whether noise in an area or task could be over the exposure standard, record the noise sources and measurements, and plan controls and hearing tests.
 
What's included
A screening check to see if noise could be over the exposure standard
A noise source table with sound levels and hours exposed
Measurement details by a competent person
A controls table, hearing protection, signage and hearing tests
A one-page instruction sheet with step-by-step guidance, plus the 5 x 5 risk matrix and the hierarchy of controls
 
When to use it
When you have to raise your voice to be heard at about 1 metre
When new noisy plant or processes are introduced
When workers report ringing ears or hearing changes
 
Make it yours
Fully editable in Microsoft Word. Add your logo, change any item to suit your workplace, and print it or use it on screen. Review it with your workers before you start using it.