Physical & Psychological Health
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Physical & Psychological Health: example questions & answers
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At what point does workplace noise start to place duties on an employer?
- AAt the lower exposure action value of 80 dB(A), where the employer must assess, inform and train✓
- BOnly above 85 dB(A), because quieter sound cannot damage hearing over a working life
- COnly above 87 dB(A), the level no worker may be exposed to under any circumstances
- DWhenever workers describe the noise as loud enough to be distracting or annoying
Answer: The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 set three values. Duties begin at the lower exposure action value of 80 dB(A) — assess the risk, provide information and training, and make hearing protection available. At the upper action value of 85 dB(A) protection must be provided and worn, zones marked and health surveillance introduced. 87 dB(A) is the exposure limit value, judged at the ear allowing for protection worn, and must never be exceeded.