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Choosing your professional sound level meter

Are you considering buying a sound level meter to carry out your own noise assessment surveys at work? Are you struggling to decide which will be right for you? We have put a few points together for you to consider first as part of your research.

Sound level meters can vary tremendously in terms of efficiency, accuracy and cost. There are companies that will sell low cost meters that offer ‘quick fix’ solutions. As often is the case with such devices, they do not always provide accurate readings. Accuracy must be a top priority if you are to provide your workforce with the correct hearing protection and be compliant with noise Regulations. Failure to do this could lead to noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) which may leave your company open to costly claims.

When it comes to selecting a new sound level meter, you may not realise that such a device needs to be classified. As a result, you may opt for non-classified meters or ones that are neither Class 1 nor Class 2, leaving you vulnerable to potential claims. Put simply, the class of a sound level meter represents its frequency range and levels of tolerance. As a manufacturer, we abide by certain standards such as IEC 61672-1: 2002 which define the performance criteria to be met by our sound level meters including levels of tolerance. In the UK, under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations (2005), a Class 2 sound level meter is considered to be sufficient for measuring general noise within an occupational setting. A Class 1 sound level meter meets a higher performance specification than a Class 2 meter and will typically measure a wider frequency range of noise. So, do not give in to panic and buy a Class 1 sound level meter or you will end up spending more money than necessary.

Buy from a trustworthy and long-standing manufacturer. It will give you the reassurance that your sound level meter will not only withstand the test of time but will be compliant with the criteria that you require. Choose a manufacturer also that offers face-to-face or telephone support in your geographical area, product training and after sales services.

With over 45 years' experience in designing and manufacturing noise measurement products, Pulsar Instruments offer accurate, reliable and simple to use noise measurement solutions. For more information, contact us today.

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