Publications

The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 came into force on 6 April 2006 and repeal the existing Noise at Work Regulations 1989. The regulations will apply to all parts of industry, with a two year transitional period for the music and entertainment sectors until 6 April 2008. For this sector the existing Noise at Work Regulations will apply until 6 April 2008.

Guidance on the Control of Noise at Work Regulations is provided in

Controlling noise at work. Guidance on the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. L108, ISBN 0 7176 6164 4 HSE Books
This book replaces the 1998 edition of L108 Reducing Noise at Work. Guidance on the Noise at Work Regulations (ISBN 0 7176 1511 1).
Sound Advice: control of noise at work in music and entertainment. HSG260. HSG260, 0 7176 6307 1 HSE Books.
This book contains practical guidance on the control of noise at work in music and entertainment.
HSE’s free employers leaflet Noise at Work - Advice for employers INDG362 (rev 1)
This leaflet is for employers on good practice and considering what they need to do
Noise - Don't lose your hearing (HSE's free pocket card) INDG363
Contains notes on good practice which you may find helpful.

Other

Free HSE Leaflets and information sheets
Sound Solutions in Food and Drink: reducing noise in food and drink manufacturing. HSG232, ISBN 0 7176 2548 6, HSE Books

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