Course Overview

Around 17,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, ringing in the ears or other ear conditions caused by excessive noise at work. However, this damage is preventable if the right steps are taken but once your hearing has gone it will not come back. This course starts by going into detail about how dangerous noise can be in the workplace, and the main safety issues you should be aware of.

Course Modules

Noise in the Workplace — 70% pass required
Legislation — 70% pass required
Health Risks — 70% pass required
Action Plans — 70% pass required
Prioritising Controls — 70% pass required
Personal Protective Equipment — 70% pass required
Information and Health Surveillance — 70% pass required
Final Assessment — 70% pass required

Requirements

System Requirements

Up to date web browser
Up to date video drivers
1GB+ RAM
Broadband (3Mb+)

Duration

55 Minutes. This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off.

About This Course

Around 17,000 people in the UK suffer deafness, ringing in the ears or other ear conditions caused by excessive noise at work. However, this damage is preventable if the right steps are taken but once your hearing has gone it will not come back. This course starts by going into detail about how dangerous noise can be in the workplace, and the main safety issues you should be aware of.

It will take you through some of the simple science, the main laws that apply and introduce you to noise level limits. It also covers some of the specific health risks and how to avoid them by producing risk assessments, action plans and through the provision of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment. The course will conclude by examining how to provide information and instructions to employees, along with the most professional way to conduct workforce health surveillance.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Understand the issue of noise in the workplace and conditions associated with excessive noise
Identify the relevant legislation in place to ensure the safety of all who work in place with excessive noise
State where you can acquire additional guidance
Understand that the hierarchy of controls should be applied to risk assessments and action plans
Evaluate the use of Personal Protective Equipment

Who Is This Course For?

This course is aimed at people that work in industries where excessive noise is a potential hazard. These include factories, manufacturing environments, entertainment, hospitality, mining, construction and metal working to name a few.

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Experienced Team

Over 15 years delivering accredited training to healthcare facilities, schools, and businesses across Ireland. Our instructors are qualified professionals with real-world expertise.

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A proudly Irish-owned company based in Longford, serving clients nationwide. Our courses are tailored to Irish legislative requirements and regulatory standards.

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