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1.2.1 Lower Exposure Action Value (LEAV)

Primary Legislation

  • Daily or weekly personal noise exposure of 80 dB(A)
  • Peak sound pressure of 135 dB(C)
  • Provide information, instruction, and training (Regulation 10)
  • Make hearing protection available upon request (Regulation 7(1))
  • Conduct risk assessment (Regulation 5)

  • Daily or weekly personal noise exposure of

    80 dB(A)

  • Peak sound pressure of

    135 dB(C)

  • Provide information, instruction, and training (Regulation 10)

  • Make hearing protection available upon request (Regulation 7(1))

  • Conduct risk assessment (Regulation 5)

Why it matters: The LEAV represents the threshold at which noise becomes a potential risk requiring management. At this level, workers have the right to request hearing protection, and employers must begin formal risk management processes.

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