OES Managing Noise at Work Campaign (Q3, 2013)

The Campaign Aims to:

Prevent damage to hearing by increasing awareness to the effects of exposure to

noise.

Introduce regular noise survey on all Rigs

Highlight the importance of an audiometric test

Encourage the use of ear plugs/muffs

Promote a culture where personnel intervene when colleagues are exposing

themselves to noise.

Ensure availability of calibrated noise level meters

The campaign will be structured to ensure a clear briefing and message to everyone and

create an opportunity to share learning. This will be achieved through the use of campaign

tools.

The Campaign Tools

The campaign will use a variety of delivery methods:

Presentations

Tool box talks

Posters (laminated)

DVD

Campaign Plan

OIM/Management staff to launch campaign during EHS meeting

RSTCs deliver Noise at Work tool box talk to Rig personnel and EHSSQ Officer does

same with Warehouse personnel

Meeting attendees will be shown DVD on Noise at Work

Play DVD on TV in reception at Base Office and Rig recreation rooms

RSTC gives demonstration on how to wear earplugs

OIMs to ensure Noise Survey is carried out (locations & equipment)

Rig Managers to ensure audiometric tests is conducted for personnel at risk.

Monitoring requirements:

Confirm sound level meters are available and calibrated

Review results from noise surveys

Check EHS meeting and toolbox talk attendance sheets for compliance

Measures of success:

Noise survey completed on all Rigs and recommendations implemented

All Rigs have completed audiometric test for all personnel at risk

Best practice identified