Essential Information

‘NEW’ Noise Regulations come into force 6th April 2008

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (the Noise Regulations) came into force for all industry sectors in Great Britain on 6 April 2006 (except for the music and entertainment sectors where they come into force on 6 April 2008).

The aim of the Noise Regulations is to ensure that workers' hearing is protected from excessive noise at their place of work, which could cause them to lose their hearing and/or to suffer from tinnitus (permanent ringing in the ears).

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 replace the Noise at Work Regulations 1989 (except for the music and entertainment sectors where the 1989 Regulations will continue to apply until 6 April 2008).

For more information please download the Article on the right hand side or see the HSE website.

All self employed sub-contractors need to prepare now.

Downloads

  • Noise in music and entertainment sectors

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  • Are you making the best use of lifting and handling aids?

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  • Reporting Accidents

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  • Preventing falls from boom-type mobile elevating work platforms

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  • Safe use of ladders

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  • The Work at Height Regulations 2005

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