Health and Safety Law 2024 (October 2024)

They cover virtually all workplaces with few exceptions, including workplaces where the risk of noise may not be immediately obvious. For example, they apply to groups of workers exposed to noise through headphones, such as call centre workers. They include provisions requiring employers to consult with safety reps on risk assessments, on actions to reduce risk and on the choice of hearing protection.

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