Workplace safety

Noise at Work Awareness

Understanding noise risks, hearing protection and your duties at work.

Coming soon

IEUK

What it will cover

How noise damages hearing
Exposure action values
Hearing protection
Reporting problems
Your employer's controls
Health surveillance basics

Who it is for

Staff in manufacturing, construction, hospitality and venues.

Why employers train for this

Employers must give information, instruction and training where noise exposure is likely to reach the lower exposure action value. UK: Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, regulation 10. Ireland: General Application Regulations 2007, regulation 130. This course covers the knowledge element only. Your noise measurements, risk assessment findings and health surveillance stay with the employer.

Where it is planned

Ireland, United Kingdom. Rules can differ by country, state and workplace, so check what applies to you.

This course is in development and is not on sale yet. Pricing and enrolment will be published before launch. On completion, trainees will receive a certificate of completion issued by CertiSpark. This is not a regulated qualification and does not replace your employer's duties or site-specific training. It does not guarantee any inspection outcome.

Questions

When can I take Noise at Work Awareness?

It is still in development. We will publish the launch date, pricing and enrolment before it opens.

Will I get a certificate?

Yes. Trainees who complete the course will get a named certificate of completion from CertiSpark. It is not an accredited qualification.

Which countries is it for?

It is planned for Ireland, United Kingdom. Each course page lists the countries it covers.

Can I train my whole team?

That is the plan. You will be able to enrol staff and keep their completions in one training log.

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