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Hi all, I work in a busy scrap metal receycling yard. We have a number of noise emitting machines/equipment, and I am looking to update our risk assessment. I'm just trying to get a feel for how people generally assess noise, I'm torn between doing this myself using a meter or appointing a 3rd party to carry out an assessment. Would you do this yourself or get the third party in?
Thanks
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It depends if you deem yourself competent & have the right noise meter for the task
Personally, I would use the meter on my smart phone initally to assess what noise levels are likely to be encountered - if they are well (+3dB(A)) above / below the exposure action levels, then you will know what to expect from an external, expensive review
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Hi Beesher Why not hire an integrating sound pressure meter, read the instructions and get a feel for what an external consultant is likely to find (having read up all the relevant guidance first!) Good for your CPD and will help you interpret what a consultant's report will say. P
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