Noise
The hospitality and entertainment industry can be a noisy work environment.
Sources of noise can include:
- beeping signals in food processes
- radios
- two-way headsets used in drive-through services
- kitchen noises
- coffee grinders
- dishwashers
Modern restaurants often do not have good acoustics due to minimalist interior design. For example hard reflecting surfaces do not reduce noise.
You may have a noise problem in your workplace if you have to raise your voice to talk to someone standing 1m away.
Ways to control hazards
- In a drive-through, position speakers so they are close to the drivers and can be operated at a low volume.
- Play recorded or live music at a comfortable volume.
- Contain kitchen noise.
More information
Read more about noise, including what is excessive noise.
Read the guide to noise in the music industry (PDF, 91 KB)
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