Noise management - Operational Process Confirmation

Is there evidence of consultation occurring with employees regarding noise in the workplace i.e. has a noise survey or review of noise been performed in the last year?

Is there evidence that site management has reviewed the findings from a noise survey and where issues were identified a preliminary noise assessment completed of the work area?

Are records of noise assessments recorded in a site noise register or an equivalent?

Is there evidence that noise emissions of equipment are considered prior to purchase or that specifications are in place identifying acceptable noise levels?

Is the hearing protectors supplied to personnel compliant with the regional standard e.g. AS/NZS 1270?

Is their evidence that employees were consulted in the selection of hearing protectors for use at the workplace?

Is there evidence of personnel receiving training in the correct use, maintenance and storage of hearing protectors?

Is there evidence of noisy areas in the workplace being signposted in the workplace with hearing protection required signs?

Where employees are exposed to noise requiring hearing protectors to be worn are new starters provided with a hearing assessment within 3 months of starting?

Is there evidence of a schedule and hearing assessments being completed every 2 years for employees who are exposed to noise requiring hearing protectors to be worn?

Are employees provided with a copy of their audiometric results and a copy placed on their personnel files?

Is there evidence that the impact of noise and vibration on neighbours, surrounding areas has been assessed and acted upon where identified?

Is there evidence that when hearing loss is detected by personnel that a review of the work activities and areas is performed to investigate causes?