The Noise at Work Regulations 2005
Between 80 dB (A) and 84 dB (A)
An employer has a duty to provide the employees with ear protectors if requested. An employee has the right to request suitable and efficient personal ear protection.
At 85 dB (A) and above
An employer must provide the employees with suitable ear protectors and ensure that the employees wear them. An employee has a duty to wear ear protectors provided and report any defects.
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Defenders / PPE / Muffs / Head Guards / Personal Protective Equipment / Workplace / On Site / Quarry / Construction
BS EN ISO 7010 Compliance
Direct Signs safety signs are manufactured to British Standard BS EN ISO 7010 — the unified European standard for safety signs and signals. Our products carry the consistent shapes, colours, and pictograms required across UK and EU workplaces.
Quality and environment
We hold ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) certifications. Materials are sourced from UK and European suppliers wherever possible.
Industry-specific compliance
This sign meets the requirements of: Health and Safety (Safety Signs and Signals) Regulations 1996; Building Regulations 2010; Equality Act 2010 (where wayfinding accessibility applies). Contact us for sector-specific compliance documentation.
Dispatch
- Stock items: Dispatch within 1 working day when ordered before 2pm.
- Custom orders: Typically 3-5 working days from artwork approval.
- Express: Same-day production available on request.
Delivery
Standard UK mainland delivery 1-3 working days. Highlands, islands, and offshore locations 3-5 working days. International shipping on request.
Returns
Stock items: 14-day return window for unused goods in original packaging. Custom orders are non-returnable unless faulty. See our returns policy for full details.
