Noise at Work Regulations – making sense of them & measuring sound
4th Jan 2019
Tips on how to measure sound and manage the noise measurement process Join the noise experts Pulsar Instruments on their face-to-face training courses and gain vital insight into how to…
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Sound Measurement Software – Pulsar AnalyzerPlus Software Update
12th Dec 2018
Pulsar Instruments’ AnalyzerPlus Software has changed. Following our customers feedback we’ve completely overhauled our licence free sound measurement software to give users a quick and simple way to download and…
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Pulsar Instruments Short-Listed for Made In Yorkshire Awards
29th Nov 2018
Pulsar Instruments was shortlisted for the 2018 Made In Yorkshire Awards in the category of ‘Biggest Change‘ This category was a very open category and invited nominations from an individual or company who…
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Hospital noise levels are getting worse
20th Nov 2018
Noise pollution from medical equipment, alarms, phones, doors opening and closing, staff activities and visitors can make hospitals and especially intensive care units very noisy places. Add to that the…
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WHO says noise is a top health hazard
10th Oct 2018
New World Health Organisation (WHO) noise guidelines for Europe released The WHO has finished investigating just how much noise affects us and has concluded it is a the top health…
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Sound level meter – What is the difference between a Class 1 & Class 2?
1st Oct 2018
We often get asked what the difference between a Class 1 and Class 2 sound level meter is, and which one do I need? This is actually quite a difficult…
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Excessive Noise levels – are your employees at risk?
27th Sep 2018
How do you know if you have a noise at work problem? Hearing loss caused by exposure of workers to excessive noise levels at work continues to be a significant…
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Hand Arm Vibration Risk Assessment
23rd Sep 2018
With recent high profile HSE fines in mind (including 2018 fines of £500k to Balfour Beatty and £400k to the Nordam Europe Limited), it seems many companies still don’t understand…
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Personal Ear Protection – PPE for noise at work
9th Sep 2018
Personal Ear Protection – the last resort PPE should always be regarded as a ‘last resort’ to protect against risks to safety and health in the workplace. The provision of…
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Is the NIHL Claims Culture Dead?
30th Aug 2018
In this article we consider whether this is true and explain why it’s still essential to protect your employees hearing [First Published in Health and Safety Matters July/August 2018] After…
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Outstanding Outdoor Environmental Noise Measurement
29th Aug 2018
The Nova Outdoor Noise Measurement Kit – 24/7 Environmental noise measurement We often get asked about continuous mid- and long-term environmental noise measurement for outdoor sites such as construction sites,…
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Where and how can I buy noise meters?
19th Aug 2018
Where to buy noise meters and other noise measurement instruments The best place to buy noise meters, noise dosemeters, noise warning signs, and Hand-Arm Vibration meters is through Pulsar Instruments…
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Controlling Noise in open plan offices & call centres
9th Aug 2018
Open plan offices can offer great benefits in terms of ease of communication but the No.1 gripe of anyone who works in this environment is office noise! This is evidenced in…
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Hospital noise at night exceeds WHO recommended levels
2nd Aug 2018
Lack of sleep due to hospital noise on wards is a problem for many patients around the world as sleep plays an important role in regulating the impact of pain…
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Ln values what are they and how are they used?
13th Jul 2018
In most cases the sounds we hear are not steady noises, instead the sound pressure level fluctuates over time as well as appearing to vary in tone and magnitude. To…
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HAVS – occupational hand arm vibration
11th Jul 2018
Overexposure to vibration from power tools, machinery and vehicles can impact the human body in several ways and cause permanent damage. The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) estimates there…
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Distributor Sunray has successful event at KISS Korea
11th Jul 2018
The Korea International Safety & Health Show (KISS) 2018 was held on 2 Jun -5 Jun 2018 Sunray Corporation, one of our newest Sales Partners was there promoting Puslar Instruments’ products. The…
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Recalibration of noise meters – 4 reasons why you need to do this
6th Jul 2018
Recalibration of Noise Meters FAQs Many of the questions we get asked are about recalibration of noise meters, in particular, we are often asked “why do I need to recalibrate…
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NHS 70 years helping people with hearing loss
5th Jul 2018
The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) celebrates it’s 70th birthday today. Among many of the varied roles it undertakes, it’s has provided help, advice and treatment for thousands of people…
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Noisy workplace? Take Control with a wearable noise dosemeter
22nd Jun 2018
Take Control of noise today Pulsar Instruments introduces a new way to take control of noise exposure now with their NoisePen personal sound exposure meter. The Pulsar NoisePen is a wearable…
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World Cup Cacophony
14th Jun 2018
Decibel levels in public houses and entertainment venues are set to rise over the next few weeks as many people enjoy going out to watch the World Cup Football matches.…
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5 Ways to control noise at work
11th Jun 2018
Follow our 5 tips to help control workplace noise According to HSE statistics it appears the number of new claims for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) claims are falling but over…
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Noise Control: a sound plan needed
8th Jun 2018
“Practical advice on ways to carry out Noise Control and reduce noise at work, including how to select the correct level of hearing protection and carry out noise reduction activities.”…
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Noise at Work Regulations for Musicians and Performers
7th Jun 2018
Musicians: entitled to legal protection just like any other worker Whilst the subject of the long term effects of noise for performing arts professionals has always been sensitive and difficult…
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Become A Noise Products Distributor
30th May 2018
Find out more about the worldwide sales partnership opportunities available with Pulsar Instruments Pulsar Instruments is a world-leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of noise products such as occupational sound level meters, personal…
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Noise meters Made in Yorkshire
15th May 2018
We’re exhibiting at the Made in Yorkshire Expo 2018 The exhibition takes place at Leeds United Football Club on Thursday 17 May 2018. This is Yorkshire’s biggest expo for Manufacturing…
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International Noise Awareness Day 2018
25th Apr 2018
You have to make some noise to end it Pulsar Instruments Plc (25 April 2018) – On International Noise Awareness Day 2018 we’re making some noise about ‘Noise at Work’. “It is…
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Does Noise Pollution cause stress?
11th Apr 2018
In October 2018 the World Health Organisation (WHO) published their findings from an international investigation into how much noise affects us, including asking 'Does noise pollution cause stress?'. It concluded…
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Hand Arm Vibration Meter – the Pulsar vB
6th Apr 2018
HAV you got vibration covered? We HAV Pulsar Instruments Plc April 2018 – Already well-known worldwide for their reliable and robust noise measurement products, Pulsar Instruments is extending their current…
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Acoustic Shock and how it impacts the music industry
29th Mar 2018
What is acoustic shock? (and what’s the impact on the music industry)? A review of a recent UK Court Ruling of Acoustic Shock injury to one the Royal Opera House’s…
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