Noise levels

Redpunto

Am just wondering would there be any right for an employee to state unworkable conditions in an office if building renovation is being carried out? I work evenings and this is when most of the staff have left and the builders come in with heavy machinery and drilling and banging. Its pretty noisy!! Its not actually in my office but the floor above. Thanks

brightspark

you could wear earplugs?

Redpunto

brightspark wrote: »

you could wear earplugs?

I had thought of that! I'm just wondering from an employee's point of view - in reality Im not gonna go up to my boss and complain but was just wondering:)

brightspark

Could you work different hours? Or transfer to another office while the work progresses?

I doubt you will find a legal reason not to work, after all the noise levels for the builders are higher (closer to the source).

Even if you did find a reason why you couldn't work, it doesn't mean paid leave, you may find yourself temporarily laid off!

Beyond the noise levels, ask are there any risks involved with the work being carried out (additional fire, explosion, collapse of structure etc) Probably not, but worth enquiring about. Also are the builders aware you are on the site?

Redpunto

Its a fairly big renovation where they are going from office to office - as I said its in the floors above and external. Its a big office complex so there would always be employees but they would working overtime - my stated hours are evening only. Its not a big issue, just an inconvenience but would be interested to know from a legal standpoint.

brightspark

Try here.

http://hsa.ie/eng/

ganmo

brightspark wrote: »

Try here.

http://hsa.ie/eng/

http://www.hsa.ie/eng/Topics/Physical_Agents/Noise/Noise_-_Frequently_Asked_Questions/

Enjoy Heroin Responsibly

brightspark wrote: »

you could wear earplugs?

Wouldn't the employer be obliged to offer hearing protection if the noise levels were excessive ?

brightspark

Enjoy Heroin Responsibly wrote: »

Wouldn't the employer be obliged to offer hearing protection if the noise levels were excessive ?

Yes and assess the levels too.