Noise problems at work - guide for assessing and fixing

• Noise problems at work - guide for assessing and fixing (PDF 3105kb)
  Document Type: Publication
  Keycode: VWA691/02/07.06
  Industry: Cleaning General 
  Category: Controlling OHS Hazards and Risks Noise Plant 
  Division Author: Strategy and Programs
  Publication Date: 24 July 2006
  Date First Published: 06 June 2005
  Summary: This publication outlines practical noise guidance such as effects on hearing, noise exposure standards and measures to reduce noise and includes a summary of the noise regulations and audiometric testing requirements.

About this publication

"Guide for assessing and fixing noise problems at work" is a 23 page publication which outlines practical noise guidance such as effects on hearing, noise exposure standards and measures to reduce noise. The guide includes a summary of the noise regulations, a "buy quiet" purchasing guide and types of people who can provide audiometric testing. The publication is intended for employers and workers in any industry that has noise exposure.