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The Operational Noise Levels Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- High noise level
- Potential hearing damage
- 2. Equipment Setup
- Improper handling
- Lack of machine guards
- 3. Machine Operation
- Excessive operational noise
- Manual handling risk
- 4. Maintenance Work
- Noise from tools
- Exposure to hazardous substances
- 5. Breakdown Tasks
- Emergency noise signals
- Communication difficulty in loud environment
- 6. Equipment Cleaning
- Sound pressure from cleaning equipment
- Repeated exposure to high dB levels
- 7. Waste Disposal
- Noise from waste disposure management
- Spillage causing slipping risks
- 8. Routine Check-Up
- Sudden noise from malfunctioning equipment
- Mental stress due to consistent noise
- 9. Equipment Shutdown
- Noise-induced vibration
- Abrupt sound interruption causing shock
- 10. Documentation Process
- Noise distractions affecting accuracy
- Difficulty to communicate
- 11. Training Session
- Inability to hear instructions
- Disturbances during audio-visual presentations
- 12. Meetings/ Briefings
- Inability to carry out much needed discussions
- High noise leading to misunderstandings
- 13. Procurement Tasks
- Noise distractions causing errors in order placements
- Difficulty in maintaining phone conversations
- 14. Client Interaction
- Elevated noise levels hampering communication
- Negative impact on business meeting
- 15. Administrative Tasks
- Non-stop noise causing loss of concentration
- Disturbing peaceful work environment
- 16. Packing and Loading
- Noise during movement of heavy boxes
- Interruptions during coordination
- 17. Inspection Tasks
- Noise pollution affecting auditory assessment
- Noise disruptions during observation periods
- 18. Wrapping up Tasks
- Persistent noise leading to fatigue
- Interference in final checks and verifications
- 19. Equipment Storage
- High dB noise levels causing hearing impairment concerns
- Coordination issues during storage procedures
- 20. Debriefing/ Reporting
- Hampers interactive sessions
- Affects accuracy in reporting