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The Work Around Excessive Noise Levels Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Unexpected noise exposure
- Improper ear protection
- 2. Conduct Noise Assessment
- Incorrect usage of sound level meters
- Faulty equipment
- 3. Establish Work Boundary
- Disorientation due to excessive noise
- Possible equipment malfunction
- 4. Apply Control Measures
- Inadequate time for rest
- Incorrect application of dampening materials
- 5. Monitor Noise Levels
- Inconsistent monitoring
- Faulty sound level meters
- 6. Wear Fitted PPE
- Improper fitting of earmuffs
- Insufficient PPE supply
- 7. Regular Breaks
- Health impairment due to lack of rest
- Miscommunication due to noise interference
- 8. Implement Noise Reduction Techniques
- Faulty noise reduction devices
- Improper installation of noise barriers
- 9. Maintain Equipment
- Improper maintenance procedures
- Unattended equipment leading to unwanted noise
- 10. Conduct Training for Staff
- Information overload
- Inadequate practical training on handling noise
- 11. Review Workplace Design
- Poor layout contributing to noise levels
- Lack of proper isolation rooms
- 12. Inspect PPE
- Compromised PPE functionality
- Delay in replacement of worn-out PPE
- 13. Documentation of Noise Levels
- Poor record keeping
- Inconsistent documentation
- 14. Dispense Tasks based on Noise Tolerance
- Overlooked employee noise sensitivity
- Inappropriate task allocation
- 15. Review and Debrief
- Negligence in revising procedures
- Insufficient information feedback
- 16. Auditing
- Inadequate auditing checks
- Lack of experienced auditors
- 17. Implement Corrective Actions
- Insufficient follow-up on corrective measures
- Delays in adjustments
- 18. Review Safety Procedures
- Inconsistent safety procedures review
- Overlooking hazards during review
- 19. Maintain Regular Health Checks
- Overlooked health effects from noise
- Delayed medical attention
- 20. Emergency Response Plan
- Delayed response to emergency
- Lack of skills for handling sound related emergencies