Training

Noise Monitoring

(SANAS ACCREDITED)

Noise is usually seen as a sound that is loud, unpleasant, unexpected or undesired. Sound is what we hear and noise is unwanted sound. Unprotected exposure to harmful levels of noise at the workplace can cause noise induced hearing loss. The occupational exposure limit for noise is 85dB(A) as a time weighted average (TWA) over an 8 hour work shift.

Noise surveys consists of taking noise measurements throughout the workplace to identify noisy areas. Personal noise exposure (noise dosimetry) can also be carried out.

The noise survey reports provide very useful information which enables you to identify:

    • Areas where employees are likely to be exposed to harmful levels of noise and personal noise dosimetry may be needed.
    • Machines and equipment which generate harmful levels of noise.
    • Employees who might be exposed to unacceptable noise levels.
    • Noise control options to reduce noise exposure.

We do noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) surveys taking into consideration:

    • Compliance with the noise regulations
    • Hearing loss prevention
    • Noise control

The (NIHL) surveys are carried out according to the Noise Induced Hearing Loss Regulations, 2003. (Occupational Health & Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993)