reg 9 Worker information and training
(1) If the risk assessment indicates that workers are exposed to noise at or above the lower exposure action value the employer shall provide those workers and their representatives with suitable and sufficient information, instruction and training. (2) Information, instruction and training provided in accordance with paragraph (1) shall include— (a) the nature of such risks; (b) the measures taken to implement these Regulations in order to eliminate or reduce to as low as is reasonably practicable the risks from noise, including the circumstances in which such measures apply; (c) the exposure limit values and the exposure action values; (d) the results of the risk assessment carried out in accordance with regulation 6 together with an explanation of the significance and potential of such risks; (e) the correct use of hearing protectors; (f) the circumstances in which workers are entitled to health surveillance under these Regulations; (g) safe working practices to minimise exposure to noise; (h) how to detect and report signs of hearing damage; and (i) the importance of detecting and reporting signs of hearing damage.