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Noise Level Meters for Controlling Noise at Work
Noise Level Meters for Controlling Noise at Work

16th May 2016

Noise Level Meters for Controlling Noise at Work Noise level meters are sophisticated devices used to determine the sound level by capturing and measuring changes in sound pressure.  They tend to be hand-held…

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Noise dosemeter video – Pulsar NoisePen
Noise dosemeter video – Pulsar NoisePen

11th May 2016

Last Thursday, we released our brand new noise dosemeter – the NoisePen – to the health and safety community.  As part of the launch, we also produced a short presentation video which is now available on our YouTube…

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International Noise Awareness Day 2016
International Noise Awareness Day 2016

27th Apr 2016

Today is the 21st annual International Noise Awareness Day. On 27th April 2016, people, organisations, and governments around the world will commemorate the 21st Annual International Noise Awareness Day. The Center for…

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Are you protecting your business from hearing loss claims?
Are you protecting your business from hearing loss claims?

19th Apr 2016

Are you doing enough to protect your business from hearing loss claims? In our line of business, we get to work closely with employers and safety professionals both in the…

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How to avoid noise becoming a danger
How to avoid noise becoming a danger

30th Mar 2016

Noise can be very disturbing, particularly if you operate a plant with heavy machinery and power tools and the work involves the movement of vehicles and deliveries of materials. The Control of…

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10 facts you should know about Nova sound level meters
10 facts you should know about Nova sound level meters

28th Feb 2016

You can configure your Nova sound level meter to be as basic or as advanced as you wish depending on the type of noise you want to measure and where. We know…

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What is a noise survey?
What is a noise survey?

22nd Feb 2016

A noise survey involves taking noise measurements throughout an entire plant or a particular section to identify noisy areas. A survey is used to establish whether employees are being exposed to occupational…

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What is a noise survey?
What is a noise survey?

22nd Feb 2016

A noise survey involves taking noise measurements throughout an entire plant or a particular section to identify noisy areas. A survey is used to establish whether employees are being exposed to…

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Why you should use a windshield with your sound level meter
Why you should use a windshield with your sound level meter

15th Feb 2016

We are often asked about the use of the windshield that is supplied with our noise measurement instruments. We agree, it does not look much and can be a bit cumbersome. However,…

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Why buy Noise Measurement Products from Pulsar Instruments?
Why buy Noise Measurement Products from Pulsar Instruments?

08th Feb 2016

A question we are often asked by businesses seeking to start with workplace noise measurement is ‘why should we buy noise measurement products from you’? There are many reasons. The…

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Tinnitus Awareness Week 2016
Tinnitus Awareness Week 2016

01st Feb 2016

Tinnitus Awareness Week 2016 Tinnitus Awareness week is an annual event organised by the charity The British Tinnitus Association to raise the awareness of the condition. This year will be the 10th Anniversary…

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Handling Noise in Call Centres and Open Offices
Handling Noise in Call Centres and Open Offices

26th Jan 2016

Handling Noise in call centres and open offices: The Sound Investment Call centres and open offices can offer great benefits in terms of ease of communication but they can also present…

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Noise at Work Regulations -10 years in 10 facts
Noise at Work Regulations -10 years in 10 facts

18th Jan 2016

April 2016 saw the 10th Anniversary of the Control of Noise at Work Regulations (2005) which came into force in April 2006. As far as safety regulations go, the Control of Noise at Work…

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2016 New Year’s Resolution: Make Hearing Conservation a Priority
2016 New Year’s Resolution: Make Hearing Conservation a Priority

11th Jan 2016

What are your New Year’s resolutions? As we enter 2016, challenge yourself to add one more resolution to the list: Make Hearing Conservation a Priority at work. Many occupations have potential noise problems…

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80, 85 and 87 decibels – why these values matter
80, 85 and 87 decibels – why these values matter

07th Dec 2015

To most people, 80, 85 and 87 decibels may not mean much but, to a manager with health and safety responsibilities and operating under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations, it…

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Managing the risk with a noise assessment
Managing the risk with a noise assessment

30th Nov 2015

As a safety manager, your job is to protect your employees from harmful noise levels in the work environment. Your first step is to identify whether there is a problem…

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Is your noise measurement device still accurate?
Is your noise measurement device still accurate?

23rd Nov 2015

We met with a number of safety professionals a few weeks ago and one of the questions we were asked was about the servicing and recalibration of noise measurement devices.  If…

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Noise measurement product accessories
Noise measurement product accessories

16th Nov 2015

If you are involved in workplace noise measurement or looking to purchase an instrument from Pulsar Instruments, you may be interested to know that all our devices come with a variety of accessories to…

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Noise Levels – 10 Most hazardous jobs for your hearing
Noise Levels – 10 Most hazardous jobs for your hearing

09th Nov 2015

Your hearing is precious but, in a work environment, it can be subjected to noise levels that are so loud that, if repeated over time, can lead to noise-induced hearing…

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Noise Levels – 10 Most hazardous jobs for your hearing
Noise Levels – 10 Most hazardous jobs for your hearing

09th Nov 2015

Your hearing is precious but, in a work environment, it can be subjected to noise levels that are so loud that, if repeated over time, can lead to noise-induced hearing loss. Today,…

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Limiting employees’ noise exposure this festive season
Limiting employees’ noise exposure this festive season

02nd Nov 2015

From Bonfire Night to the Christmas party season, decibel levels are set to rise over the next few weeks and well into January. If you employ firework operators, bar or…

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Understanding the 3dB rule
Understanding the 3dB rule

26th Oct 2015

What is the 3dB rule and how to understand it? If your work involves controlling noise in the workplace, especially if you are responsible for monitoring noise exposure levels, you…

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Construction noise measurement strategies
Construction noise measurement strategies

19th Oct 2015

According to the Health and Safety Executive in the UK, the construction industry remains one of the worst offenders when it comes to noise-induced hearing loss. Construction or demolition sites have many noisy operations and…

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Nova sound level meters: 7 years complete peace of mind
Nova sound level meters: 7 years complete peace of mind

05th Oct 2015

Since 1969, Pulsar Instruments has designed and manufactured thousands of sound level meters and sold vast numbers around the globe. So while many manufacturers of sound level meters may claim to have a reputation for…

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Noise is a nuisance and can affect your health
Noise is a nuisance and can affect your health

02nd Oct 2015

In the last few days, results of a recent US study were reported extensively in the press. It established that people with long-term exposure to loud noise at work or in…

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Control of Noise at Work Regulations – how to be compliant
Control of Noise at Work Regulations – how to be compliant

28th Sep 2015

early 10 years ago, The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 came into force in the UK for all industry sectors followed by the music and entertainment sectors in April…

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Decibel Meter – how to avoid common mistakes when buying one
Decibel Meter – how to avoid common mistakes when buying one

23rd Jul 2015

Why it pays to avoid quick-fix solutions when it comes to noise monitoring Whether you run or own a construction site, a metal cutting workshop or an open cast mine,…

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In-depth workplace noise risk assessments
In-depth workplace noise risk assessments

29th Sep 2014

Pulsar Safety Professional System: the-all-in one solution to noise measurement Pulsar Instruments’ Safety Professional noise measurement system offer Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) experts a custom-made solution for resolving their complex…

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Calibrating and servicing noise measurement instruments is not a luxury
Calibrating and servicing noise measurement instruments is not a luxury

06th Aug 2014

Why it makes sense to prolong the life of your investment Why have your noise measurement instruments calibrated and serviced? Pulsar Instruments Plc, the fastest growing manufacturer of noise measurement…

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Enabling employers to comply with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
Enabling employers to comply with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005

31st Jul 2014

Conduct your own noise survey at work Noise at Work needs to be controlled Exposure to noise in a working environment is a hazard and, like all hazards, it needs…

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