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Workplace Noise Assessment in Dinnington

A noise exposure assessment was carried out at a Dinnington facility to evaluate the impact of workplace noise on employees. The focus was on various work areas, including welding, grinding, and polishing, where machinery and tools can generate significant noise levels. The assessment aimed to identify any areas where noise exceeded safe levels and make recommendations to control or reduce exposure.

The report found that in several areas, especially for workers in welding and grinding, noise exposure exceeded recommended action values, meaning that hearing protection is mandatory. Other areas, like forming operations, showed lower noise levels, posing less risk. The assessment emphasised the importance of using proper hearing protection and suggested installing sound barriers or enclosures around noisier machines to help reduce overall noise levels.

Recommendations included reinforcing the use of hearing protection, improving noise control strategies, and implementing regular health surveillance to monitor the long-term effects on employees' hearing. This proactive approach will help ensure a safer, quieter workplace for everyone involved.