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Noise exposure log - Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, construction (GB)
A log for recording noise exposure measurements and verifying compliance with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 in construction settings.
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What it is for
This template provides a structured log for recording noise exposure measurements and assessing compliance with UK noise at work regulations in construction.
- Recording daily personal noise exposure (LEP,d) and peak sound pressure (Lpeak)
- Verifying the implementation of noise control measures
- Assessing employee understanding of noise risks and hearing protection use
- Documenting compliance with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
- Identifying areas requiring corrective actions for noise reduction
The full question list
1. Site and Measurement Details
- Date and time of measurement *
- Site name and location *
- Specific work area or task being monitored *
- Equipment used for noise measurement (make, model, serial number) *
- Date of last calibration for the noise measurement equipment *
- Name of person conducting the measurement *
2. Noise Exposure Assessment
- Peak sound pressure (Lpeak) in dB(C) *
- Daily personal noise exposure (LEP,d) in dB(A) *
- Is the daily personal noise exposure (LEP,d) at or above 80 dB(A)? *
- Is the daily personal noise exposure (LEP,d) at or above 85 dB(A)? *
- Is the peak sound pressure (Lpeak) at or above 135 dB(C)? *
- Is the peak sound pressure (Lpeak) at or above 137 dB(C)? *
- Has a noise risk assessment been completed for this work area/task? *
3. Control Measures Observed
- Are engineering controls (e.g., silencers, enclosures) in place to reduce noise at source? *
- Are administrative controls (e.g., job rotation, scheduling) implemented to reduce exposure duration? *
- Are 'Noise Hazard' signs clearly displayed in areas where noise levels are at or above the upper exposure action value? *
- Are hearing protectors readily available to employees in areas where noise levels are at or above the lower exposure action value? *
- Are employees observed correctly wearing hearing protection in designated noise-hazard areas? *
4. Employee Knowledge and Training
- Can employees working in noise-exposed areas describe the risks associated with noise exposure? *
- Can employees identify the correct type of hearing protection for their task? *
- Can employees demonstrate the correct fitting and use of their hearing protection? *
- Are records of noise training for employees exposed at or above the lower action value available for review? *
5. Records and Follow-up
- Are records of noise exposure assessments and measurements maintained? *
- Have any identified corrective actions from previous noise assessments been completed? *
- Any additional observations or comments
6. Sign-off
- Name of person completing this log *
- Date of completion *
- Signature *
References
- Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 5(1)
An employer who carries out work which is liable to expose any employees to noise at or above a lower exposure action value shall make a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risk from that noise
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 6(1)
The employer shall ensure that risk from the exposure of his employees to noise is either eliminated at source or, where this is not reasonably practicable, reduced to as low a level as is reasonably practicable.
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 4(5)
In applying the exposure limit values in paragraph (3), but not in applying the lower and upper exposure action values in paragraphs (1) and (2), account shall be taken of the protection given to the employee by any personal hearing protectors provided by the employer in accordance with regulation 7(2).
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 5(1)
An employer who carries out work which is liable to expose any employees to noise at or above a lower exposure action value shall make a suitable and sufficient assessment of the risk from that noise
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 6(1)
The employer shall ensure that risk from the exposure of his employees to noise is either eliminated at source or, where this is not reasonably practicable, reduced to as low a level as is reasonably practicable.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 6(2)
If any employee is likely to be exposed to noise at or above an upper exposure action value, the employer shall reduce exposure to as low a level as is reasonably practicable by establishing and implementing a programme of organisational and technical measures, excluding the provision of personal hearing protectors, which is appropriate to the activity.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 7(2)
Without prejudice to the provisions of regulation 6, if an employer is unable by other means to reduce the levels of noise to which an employee is likely to be exposed to below an upper exposure action value, he shall provide personal hearing protectors to any employee who is so exposed.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 7(1)
Without prejudice to the provisions of regulation 6, an employer who carries out work which is likely to expose any employees to noise at or above a lower exposure action value shall make personal hearing protectors available upon request to any employee who is so exposed.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 7(3)
If in any area of the workplace under the control of the employer an employee is likely to be exposed to noise at or above an upper exposure action value for any reason the employer shall ensure that— (a) the area is designated a Hearing Protection Zone; (b) the area is demarcated and identified by means of the sign specified for the purpose of indicating that ear protection must be worn in paragraph 3.3 of Part II of Schedule 1 to the Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996( 1 ); and (c) access to the area is restricted where this is practicable and the risk from exposure justifies it, and shall ensure so far as is reasonably practicable that no employee enters that area unless that employee is wearing personal hearing protectors.
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 10(1)
Where his employees are exposed to noise which is likely to be at or above a lower exposure action value, the employer shall provide those employees and their representatives with suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training.
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 10(1)
Where his employees are exposed to noise which is likely to be at or above a lower exposure action value, the employer shall provide those employees and their representatives with suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training.
Read the source - Supports evidence for: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 10(1)
Where his employees are exposed to noise which is likely to be at or above a lower exposure action value, the employer shall provide those employees and their representatives with suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 10(1)
Where his employees are exposed to noise which is likely to be at or above a lower exposure action value, the employer shall provide those employees and their representatives with suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training.
Read the source - Required by: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (SI 2005/1643), reg. 5(4)
The risk assessment shall be reviewed regularly, and forthwith if— (a) there is reason to suspect that the risk assessment is no longer valid; or (b) there has been a significant change in the work to which the assessment relates, and where, as a result of the review, changes to the risk assessment are required, those changes shall be made.
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How the score works
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Questions
What are the noise exposure action values?
The lower exposure action values are 80 dB(A) daily personal noise exposure and 135 dB(C) peak sound pressure. The upper exposure action values are 85 dB(A) daily personal noise exposure and 137 dB(C) peak sound pressure.
Why is it important to log noise exposure?
Logging noise exposure helps employers identify areas and tasks where noise levels exceed legal limits, assess the effectiveness of control measures, and ensure compliance with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 to protect employee hearing.