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News Release from: Signs and Labels | Subject: Workplace noise control and warnings
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 15 March 2006
Noise at work legislation - are you
prepared?
New 'Control of Noise at Work' regulations will become law on 6th April 2006: Safetyshop has a range of products to help educate, warn and reduce the potential effects of noise within the workplace
New 'Control of Noise at Work' regulations will become law on 6th April 2006 The new regulations will lower the noise level at which employers must make hearing protection available from 85dB(A) to 80dB(A), resulting in an estimated one million extra workers falling under the protection of the new European Directive 2003/10/EC
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 2 Mar 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Noise at work can cost you much more than your hearing! Noise at work is associated with an increase in work-related stress, accidents due to difficulties with communication and risks to a pregnant woman's unborn child.
In anticipation of these new regulations, Safetyshop has extended their range of products to help educate, warn and reduce the potential effects of noise within the workplace.
These include.
* Sound Level Meters, ideal for measuring noise levels in different environments.
* Risk Assessment Software, Wallcharts and Pocket Guides to provide your employees with information and training on issues relating to noise at work.
* A comprehensive range of Ear Defenders, Ear Muffs and Earplugs.
* Safety Signs to inform employees when they are entering an area where the wearing of ear protection is mandatory.
Next day delivery, competitive prices, no minimum order charges and a 14 day no risk trial are all part of the exceptional customer service offered by Safetyshop.
To order any of the products mentioned or to request a FREE copy of the 720 Spring/Summer 2006 Safetyshop catalogue please contact us or visit the website. Request a free brochure from Signs and Labels ...
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