Comprehensive Workplace Noise Mapping
Pinpointing noise sources in commercial, industrial, and manufacturing facilities, from production floors to office complexes, is key to effective noise abatement and worker safety. Uncontrolled noise from sources like heavy machinery or HVAC systems can cause hearing loss, reduce productivity, or violate compliance regulations.
Our facility sound level survey services deliver precise, client-focused solutions, using sound level meters to assess noise hazards, aligned with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations and the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) standards.
Our expert team partners with you to identify risks, implement engineering controls, and build trusted collaborations through technical expertise.
Our Industrial Noise Survey Services
Noise Measurements and Testing
We conduct thorough sound level surveys using advanced meters to measure and map noise across your facility, identifying sources that could lead to exceeding OSHA or ACGIH thresholds. We also perform personal dosimetry readings and octave band analysis.
OSHA Citation Response
Our team provides the technical expertise needed to address citations swiftly. We conduct forensic noise assessments to validate findings and develop a clear, documented path to remediation that satisfies regulatory requirements and mitigates future risk.
Data Analysis and Reporting
You’ll receive detailed reports with tailored recommendations for noise abatement, including engineering controls like acoustic enclosures or vibration dampening.
Noise Abatement Strategies
We collaborate with you to create tailored abatement strategies that ensure compliance and protect worker well-being.
Why Businesses Need G2 Consultants for Sound Level Testing
Regulatory Compliance
Navigating the complexities of OSHA, MSHA, and local noise ordinances requires precision. We ensure your facility meets all legal requirements, helping you avoid costly fines and legal liabilities while maintaining a record of compliance for your health and safety program.
Sound Hazard Identification
Our surveys pinpoint exactly where and why noise levels are hazardous, transforming vague concerns into actionable data. By identifying the specific machinery or processes at fault, we allow you to focus your resources on the areas of greatest risk.
Noise Control Planning
We develop comprehensive noise control strategies that prioritize feasibility and cost-effectiveness, guiding you through the selection of engineering controls, administrative changes, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Minimal Operational Disruptions
Our consultants work around your schedule, utilizing non-invasive monitoring techniques and efficient data collection methods to ensure a thorough assessment with little to no impact on your facility’s daily operations.
Certified Industrial Hygienists
Our team is led by Board-Certified Industrial Hygienists (CIH) who bring a high level of technical rigor to every project, providing you with expert-level insights you can trust.
Industries That Need Noise Assessments
- Manufacturing
- Technology
- Food and Beverage
- Pharmaceutical
- Healthcare
- Government
- Education
- Property Management
- Property Development
- Construction
- Hazardous Materials Abatement
- Restoration
Need To Assess Your Facility’s Noise Levels?
Our consultants are ready to help guide you through the noise assessment process and ensure your facility is within compliance.
FAQs About Facility Sound Level Surveys
How long does it take to do a facility sound level survey?
The duration depends on the size of your facility and the complexity of your operations. A standard walk-through survey for a mid-sized plant may take a single day, while comprehensive assessments involving full-shift personal dosimetry and octave band analysis across multiple shifts can take several days to ensure we capture a representative data set.
Are we required to have a noise survey by OSHA?
Yes, if there is any reason to believe that employee noise resonance exceeds an 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) of 85 decibels (dBA). OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.95 requires employers to implement a monitoring program to identify employees for inclusion in a hearing conservation program and to enable the proper selection of PPE.
How often do we have to do industrial noise assessments?
While OSHA doesn’t mandate an annual assessment schedule, you are required to re-monitor whenever a change in production, processes, equipment, or controls increases noise levels to the point that additional employees may be exposed at or above the action level, or when the effectiveness of existing hearing protectors may be compromised.
What noise level is considered safe for our workers?
OSHA sets the legal Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) at 90 dBA as an 8-hour TWA. However, the ACGIH and NIOSH recommend a more conservative threshold of 85 dBA to better protect long-term hearing health. At G2, we help you evaluate your facility against both regulatory requirements and industry best practices to ensure maximum worker safety.
Do you also address any noise issues identified?
Beyond just identifying hazards, G2 specializes in developing actionable noise abatement strategies. We provide specific recommendations for engineering controls, such as sound barriers and vibration damping, as well as administrative controls to reduce exposure time and ensure your facility moves toward full compliance.