Workplace Noise Monitoring

Affecting over 12,000 people in the UK noise exposure is a serious issue. To keep your workplace safe and compliant IOM offers comprehensive noise monitoring and assessments so you don’t need to worry. 

Despite it being such an issue, noise exposure can be easily mitigated and managed with the correct control procedures. Allowing staff to work uninterrupted and without risk.  

A strong noise monitoring and measurement strategy: 

• Supports in creating a healthier, more productive and safer workforce. 
• Minimises operational disruption. 
• Keeps you compliant with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations of 2005. 
• Helps you avoid enforcement action and costly compensation claims. 

It’s worth noting that noise exposure can be an issue almost anywhere. Not only in industries where there is a large amount of machinery which includes; manufacturing, construction, mining, and energy. But it is also an issue in transport, agriculture, and entertainment, where noise exposure is often prolonged. 

IOM monitors and measures noise levels so you understand the risk along with support and guidance so that exposure can be minimised and your workplace remains compliant. 

If you’re unsure about the level of noise in your workplace and would like to talk through concerns our team is ready to talk to you.

Ways IOM Can Support You

IOM offers a comprehensive set of noise monitoring and control services tailored to your needs: 

• Occupational noise exposure assessments for individuals and on specific tasks 
• Noise mapping to identify high-risk areas 
• Advice on control and mitigation strategies 
• Hearing protection suitability assessments 
• CUFF Assessment 
• Health surveillance recommendations 
• Awareness training on the effects of noise and hearing loss 

All of our noise assessments assess compliance against the action limits and action value set out in the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005.  We follow the hierarchy of control to advise on control measures.  Where hearing protection is advised we can create bespoke hearing protection programmes including information, instruction and training for employees.

Related Services

Noise exposure rarely exists in isolation. We offer a range of complementary services to help you manage workplace health risks holistically: 

• Dust exposure monitoring
• Hand Arm Vibration
• Local Exhaust Ventilation testing
• Workplace Exposure Limits (WELs)