The obligation
PCBUs should prepare a noise assessment report showing the assessment was done properly, and use it to select control measures.
The report should contain all the information listed in Appendix E of the Code. This includes interpreting results against exposure standards, ranking noise sources, recommended noise controls and the adequacy of existing controls and hearing protectors. The main findings should be built into training for all workers. Managers, health and safety representatives and regulators should have access to the reports.
- What
- PCBUs should prepare a noise assessment report showing the assessment was done properly, and use it to select control measures.
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- safeworkaustralia.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
What a noise assessment report should contain is a WHS requirement set out in Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (FEDERAL). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (FEDERAL). The relevant provision is WHS Act > Noise CoP s4 § 4.4.
What does this WHS obligation require?
What a noise assessment report should contain is a WHS obligation under Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (FEDERAL). In short, PCBUs should prepare a noise assessment report showing the assessment was done properly, and use it to select control measures.
What changed recently?
What a noise assessment report should contain was last updated on 11 October 2026.
