Cirrus Research, a leading provider of noise measurement instruments, has announced an updated version of its popular Quantum Outdoor product.
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What do you need to measure for the Noise at Work Regulations?
When making measurements to estimate the noise exposure of a person at work, you need to ascertain the equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level (LAeq) that represents the noise the person is exposed to during the working day. You also need to ascertain the maximum C-weighted peak sound pressure level or levels to which the person is exposed. The action Read More…
Cirrus Research achieves Highly Commended at the BSIF Safety Awards
Product Innovation Award given for the Optimus Green sound level meter Cirrus Research, a leading expert in the creation and production of noise measurement instruments, is proud to announce that its new Optimus Green sound level meter has been awarded a Highly Commended within the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) Product Innovation category at this yearâs BSIF Safety Awards. The Read More…
Noise in the refuse and recycling sector – time for a reality check!
David Wilford of No Going Back Productions, a specialist in noise measurement for waste collection and recycling services, discusses noise risks in the refuse and recycling sector An efficient and effective refuse and recycling service plays a pivotal role in local communities and the surrounding environment. However, as recycling initiatives have developed, they have brought with them dangerous levels of Read More…
Why do I need to calibrate my noise measurement instruments? Part 1 of 6
If you are using your noise measurement instrument to meet any Standards, Regulations or Guidelines it is essential that your equipment is measuring accurately. If you are working to the Noise at Work Regulations 2005, or any ISO or BS EN standard that requires the use of noise measurement equipment, the standards to which the equipment must comply will be Read More…
Noise Action Week: Something to shout about!
As part of Noise Action Week (23rd to 27th May 2011) Cirrus Research, a leading expert in the design and production of noise measurement instruments, is urging companies and workers alike to be extra vigilant when it comes to managing noise at work. According to HSE statistics it is estimated that approximately 1.7 million workers are exposed to noise above Read More…
Celebrate our 40th Anniversary at Safety & Health 2011
If you are planning to visit the Safety & Health Expo at the NEC from the 17th to 19th May 2011, come and see us on stand T40, Hall 2 and join us in our 40th Anniversary celebrations. For 40th years, Cirrus has been manufacturing noise measurement instruments and our new products give you everything you need for noise at Read More…
Noise measurement in the refuse and recycling sector – the shattering reality!
The ability for a local authority to provide an efficient and effective refuse and recycling service is pivotal for both residents and the upkeep of the surrounding environment. However with the increased noise levels that new recycling initiatives generate it is imperative that the welfare of operatives working in this sector is looked after rigorously. David Wilford of No Going Read More…
Get up to 25% discount* when you trade-in your old sound level meter
Nowâs the time to upgrade your old noise measurement instruments! If youâve got an old noise instrument sitting in a cupboard somewhere, dig it out and see what it could be worth against a new sound level meter, doseBadge noise dosemeter or Safety Officerâs Noise Measurement kit. You could get up to 25% discount* against a new optimus red or Read More…
Cirrus is a member of the BSIF Registered Safety Supplier Scheme
Cirrus is now a  member of the BSIF Registered Safety Supplier Scheme.  “The BSIF (British Safety Industry Federation) has launched this scheme to advise buyers where they can obtain genuine safety equipment. Supplied companies registered within the scheme have agreed to the scheme’s strict code. Requirements of BSIF membership, such as integrity and a commitment to ethical trading are Read More…