The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (Noise
Regulations) have now come into force for the music &
entertainment sectors, applying to pubs & clubs, amplified live
music events, orchestras and other premises where live or recorded
music is played.
170,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, tinnitus or other ear
conditions as a result of exposure to excessive noise at work.
CHANGES
- employers must now ensure protection is worn and where
necessary signpost hearing protection zones at 85 decibels daily or
weekly average exposure
- employers must assess the risk to workers' health and
provide information and training should they wish to use protection
at 80 decibels
- there is now an exposure limit value of 87 decibels that
workers must not be exposed to, taking into account
reduction from hearing protection
FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information please visit the Health &
Safety Executive (HSE) website
at: www.hse.gov.uk/noise/musicsound.htm which
includes several factsheets and useful links.
To view the full text of the Control of Noise at Work
Regulations 2005 please visit the Office of Public Sector
Information (OPSI) website at: www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2005/20051643.htm