| If an employer considers he may have a problem with noise in the working environment then a competent person must assess this and suitable action needs to be taken to reduce noise levels. To decide whether you may have a noise problem or not walk around your workplace, if employee's or yourself have to shout to make themselves heard you probably have a problem. Check with manufacturer's regarding their recommendations when using particular equipment or machinery. To help you decide if a possible problem exist the table below may act as a guide. |