Ambient noise tester February 1st 2009 To ascertain whether ambient noise
levels exceed the 80dB eight-hour
average exposure level set by the
Noise at Work
Regulations, without
expensive
monitoring
equipment and
assessments, the Oi-
Noise tool emits a continuous sound
at 80dB. If the Oi-Noise tool can be
clearly heard when held about 40cm
from the ear (half an arms length),
then you know that the ambient
noise is below the 80dB action level.
Available from uvex, the product
is battery powered, pocket sized and
inexpensive; it requires no training
to use, and the results require no
interpretation.
Oi was designed by a
chartered health and safety
practitioner to allow anyone to
identify noise hazards in the workplace
without special knowledge or training.
uvex also distributes a range of
hearing protection, from traditional
ear muffs to ear plugs. More articles from Uvex (UK) Limited: |