New Course - The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
JPD are now offering training on this important subject, this one-day course for anyone who needs to understand their duties under the new Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005.
What you will learn
• The main legal requirements of the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
• What is meant by exposure limits and action values
• The risks from exposure to high noise levels
• Practical noise control measures and how to apply them in the workplace
• How to select, use and care for hearing protection
• The importance of carrying out health surveillance for all employees exposed to high noise levels
Who should attend
Managers, Supervisors and anyone with responsibility for employees who will be exposed to a high level of noise in their workplace.
The course
• What is sound and noise?
• An overview of how the ear works
• Hearing loss and symptoms of occupational deafness
• How to manage noise risks
• Principles of noise control
• Employer duties
• Employee duties
• What to consider when selecting hearing protection
• Health surveillance for NIHL
For more details on this course or our In-House Training visit our website http://www.jpd.co.uk or contact our expert team of advisors on 01565 724200.