Course Description
Approximately 17,000 individuals in the UK experience hearing impairments, tinnitus, or other ear ailments due to excessive workplace noise. Nonetheless, this harm is preventable with proper precautions, as once hearing is lost, it cannot be restored.
This online Noise Awareness course begins by delving into the dangers posed by workplace noise and essential safety considerations. It covers the basic scientific principles, relevant laws, and introduces noise level regulations. Additionally, the course addresses specific health hazards and strategies for mitigation, including risk assessments, action plans, and the provision of suitable Personal Protective Equipment. Furthermore, it explores methods for effectively communicating information and instructions to employees, as well as conducting professional workforce health surveillance.
Modules Covered
- Introduction to Workplace Noise
- Identifying Noise Sources and Impacts
- Understanding Noise Regulations and Legal Duties
- Health Risks of Noise Exposure
- Assessing Noise Risks in the Workplace
- Creating and Implementing Noise Action Plans
- Applying Effective Noise Control Measures
- Selecting and Using Hearing Protection Equipment
- Communicating Noise Risks to Employees
Course duration: 55 minutes
Accreditation
The Noise Awareness course is approved by the CPD certification service.
Benefits
- Increased Awareness: The course emphasises the importance of undertaking and implementing action points outlined in a noise risk assessment, enhancing awareness among workers regarding the risks associated with workplace noise.
- Enhanced Compliance: Understanding the necessity of control measures such as PPE and limitations on exposure duration encourages workers to consistently adhere to safety protocols, promoting a safer work environment.
- Flexibility: Online training offers flexibility, allowing candidates to progress through modules at their own pace and convenience, enabling them to fit the training around their work and personal commitments.
- Efficiency: The online format of the course maximises efficiency by providing concise and targeted learning materials, optimising time and resources for both employers and employees.
- Cost-effectiveness
Eligibility
The target audience for this online Noise Awareness E-Learning course comprises individuals employed in industries where excessive noise poses a potential hazard. These industries encompass factories, manufacturing settings, entertainment venues, hospitality establishments, mining operations, construction sites, and metalworking facilities, among others.
