New Control of Noise at Work regulations explained
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Sep 3, 2008
Hodgson and Hodgson provide outline advice regarding music or PA systems, distribution of noise and consideration of room acoustics.
COMPLIANCE NEEDN'T MEAN TURNING DOWN THE VOLUME.
When the new Control of Noise at Work regulations came into effect for music and entertainment venues on 6th April this year, acceptable noise exposure levels for employees reduced by 5dBA.
Those running music venues and other areas of high noise must now ensure that the health and safety of their employees is safeguarded by complying with the new rules.
But it's not always easy to ensure compliance without losing the spirit of a venue.
Whatever the speciality of your particular venue, a great sound is an important factor in keeping customers happy and creating the right atmosphere.
It's equally important, though, to look after your staff as they, of course, play a key role in the success of the business.
If added incentive to adhere to the new regulations is needed, you only have to remember that local authorities have the power to close venues down if they're not complying.
The aim of the Noise Regulations is to ensure that workers' hearing is protected from excessive noise at their place of work, to prevent them suffering loss of hearing or associated problems.
The level at which employers must provide hearing protection and hearing protection zones is now 85 dBA (daily or weekly average exposure) and the level at which they have to assess the risk to workers' health and provide them with information and training is now 80 dBA.
It's easy to see that compliance is a must; what venues need to consider is how to go about it and who to ask for advice?.
Hodgson and Hodgson Acoustic Consultancy Division has a highly experienced team of acoustic consultants who can guide you through the minefield of noise regulation.
For example, they can monitor a typical operating music and crowd noise level during a venue's busiest period and advise whether staff are at risk from excessive noise levels.
If risk is identified, Hodgson and Hodgson can help in a variety of ways.
The consultants can provide outline advice regarding music or PA systems, distribution of noise and consideration of room acoustics.
They can also recommend maximum shift lengths for staff to ensure that the venue satisfies the new noise control requirements.
The company's ultimate aim is the same as every venue's: to ensure compliance with noise control regulations and to do so without any impact on the bottom line.
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