Workplace Noise Northampton

Workplace Noise Assessment in Northamptonshire

In September 2024, a Workplace Noise Assessment was conducted at a company in Northamptonshire. This assessment primarily focused on monitoring noise levels in various work zones, particularly the Cleaning Area, Metalworking and Spray Painting areas, to identify and manage excessive noise exposure for employees.

The evaluation highlighted specific areas where noise levels exceeded recommended safety thresholds, especially in the Cleaning and Metalworking sections, where staff were exposed to high-decibel environments. Hearing protection is mandatory here, while in quieter zones like Spray Painting, it remains optional.

Key recommendations from this project were straightforward: reduce noise at its source wherever possible, adopt quieter machinery for future use, and use physical barriers to minimise sound in loud areas. To help protect employees’ hearing without causing over-isolation, tailored hearing protection options were suggested. Regular health checks for those in high-exposure areas were also advised to monitor any long-term impacts on hearing.

This assessment underscores the importance of routine noise checks and proactive measures to maintain a safe and health-conscious workspace.

Workplace Noise Exposure Kettering

A project we conducted was all about checking the noise levels at a manufacturing site in Kettering, focusing on areas like skip unloading and loading. The aim was to assess how much noise the employees are exposed to during their shifts and whether they need hearing protection or any other noise control measures.

The assessment found that while noise levels were mostly below the lower action level of 80dB, some areas came close to requiring action, especially around running fans and compressors. Even though hearing protection wasn’t mandatory across the board, it was recommended as a precaution, particularly for workers around noisy equipment like the fans.

To improve the situation, the report suggested cross-training staff to rotate between noisy and quieter tasks and making hearing protection available for those working near the skip loading area. While the site is generally safe noise-wise, maintaining and regularly reviewing noise control measures was highlighted as key to keeping things that way.

Overall, this report helps ensure the workplace stays safe for employees’ hearing by addressing current noise exposure levels and recommending steps to manage them better.

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.