Microsoft Word - HS Manual Ireland 2018

of those employees where noise levels exceed the defined upper and  lower action values;   Establish the exposure of individuals to the noise levels    Identify any areas where noise levels (including those that are  below the lower exposure action values) are sufficient to  interfere with normal communication, cause disturbance or  contribute to stress for those who are exposed to the noise.    Respond to any concern expressed by employees, in regard to  noise levels, by undertaking an investigation in the potential  health and safety implications and taking any appropriate  corrective action    Examine and, where practical, address any complaints about  noise that is interfering with communication or otherwise  causing distraction, even though the noise level may be less  than the lower exposure action values.   Noise Exposure Level Controls   Take into account the noise levels generated by different items of  equipment at the time of purchase.  Ensure that all persons who need to enter any areas where noise  levels exceed the lower exposure action values receive appropriate  training and instruction in the risks involved and how to minimise  any harmful effects of the noise, including effective use of personal  hearing protection   Provide appropriate training for supervisors and managers to ensure  they are aware of the health and safety risks along with the  measures and procedures that are in place to control the risks   Take all reasonable steps to reduce noise levels so that they no  longer pose a risk to health and safety.

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