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Noise and vibration

News from HSE.gov.uk
Noise - Regular, frequent exposure to loud noise can permanently damage a person's hearing. This is most likely if high noise exposure is a regular part of the job.

Information on established good practice for managing noise risks in construction is available on the HSE website.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/construction/healthrisks/noise.htm?ebul=cons/mar09&cr=17

http://www.hse.gov.uk/noise/index.htm?ebul=cons/mar09&cr=18

Vibration- Regular and frequent exposure to hand-arm vibration can lead to permanent ill health.

HSE has identified some established good practice controls that can help to eliminate or reduce vibration risk.

http://www.hse.gov.uk/vibration/hav/campaign/construction.htm?ebul=cons/mar09&cr=19

 
http://www.hse.gov.uk/construction/healthrisks/hav.htm?ebul=cons/mar09&cr=20