Workplace Noise Northampton

Workplace Noise Assessment in Wellingborough

A recent workplace noise assessment was conducted at a recycling facility in Wellingborough to evaluate employee exposure to noise. The assessment focused on areas with heavy machinery, such as Bay 1, where materials are processed and sorted, and Bay 2, where extrusion operations occur.

The findings showed that workers in Bay 1, particularly operatives and engineers, were exposed to noise levels exceeding 85 dB(A), meaning hearing protection is mandatory. In Bay 2, where machinery was temporarily down for maintenance, noise levels were lower but still warranted the use of hearing protection when equipment is running.

Recommendations from the report included providing workers with hearing protection that doesn’t overprotect, improving noise control through acoustic barriers, and conducting further noise monitoring in Bay 2 when production levels increase. The facility should also continue its regular health surveillance program to monitor the long-term impact of noise exposure on employees.

By implementing these controls, the company can reduce the risks associated with workplace noise and ensure a safer environment for its workers.