The impact of noise on worker productivity
Noise is disruptive – there’s no two ways around it. Not just does it have a detrimental impact on the lives and productivity of local people, but it effects those working close to the source too – including site workers. Echo Barrier has a proven track record of cutting out the noise and keeping things ticking.
From construction to demolition, and everything in between, noise is a serious topic to consider for any project manager. But not only can excessive noise lead to expensive court cases and medical bills, it can also have a significant impact on worker productivity.
A significant drop in productivity
There are very few things in life more annoying than loud, intermittent noise when trying to concentrate. Especially when you’re at work.
Office workers are under particular stress when it comes to noise exposure, with research by The Sound Agencyfinding they are 66% less productive when working in noisy open-plan offices. The added noise from nearby construction sites, infrastructure projects or events could pose significant impacts on their health.
But it isn’t just staff from other businesses who face a drop in productivity when it comes to the drum and drone of worksites, it’s their own workers too.
Every project has a deadline – and missing out on completion dates due to a drop in productivity can have significant impacts financially, especially when its due to something so easily avoidable.
Be it from engines, generators, pumps or machinery – every project manager has the responsibility of minimising the impact of noise for everyone’s sake.
A genuine threat to health
The health and welfare of residents, staff and the public should always be among the top priorities for any project or event. When it comes to noise and air pollution, working or living nearby the source can prove a real threat.
Persistent exposure to high noise levels can lead to potentially fatal complications such as cardio-vascular diseases and stress. It’s something that the United Nations takes so seriously that they have outlined it as one of the world’s top emerging environmental threats.
Not only is it your own workers who would be affected by that noise, it’s nearby workers, local residents and the public too.
Those who choose not to take noise pollution and its dangers seriously can face fines of up to £20,000 under the Control of Pollution Act 1974, while councils and the Health and Safety Executive have the power to call a stop to projects altogether.
Echo Barrier can help
Echo Barrier is the market leader in noise abatement solutions, with every product constructed with decades of scientific expertise behind it.
Our H-Series™ acoustic panels are engineered to provide world-leading performance, cutting out the noise by as much as 99% while being built to last.
All our products are easy to install, disassemble and store and are built to withstand the elements. Not only are they made using super-durable and waterproof PVC, our H-Series™ panels are weatherproof to IPX/9 standard and fire resistant to ASTM E84.
They can easily be attached to fences and scaffolding using our bespoke fitting kit, allowing for a no-stress approach to noise abatement.
And not only are they built for use in the outside world, they are designed for use indoors too.
You can also gain peace of mind through our buy back policy that you’re making a worthwhile investment in your business when working with Echo Barrier.
Contact our expert team today to learn more about how Echo Barrier can help take away the headaches from your business.
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