HSE’s Working Minds campaign is working with The Burnt Chef Project to raise awareness of signs and causes of stress in hospitality so that employers can recognise and respond to reduce risk to workers.
In addition to long, antisocial hours and tough environmental conditions, noise can contribute to stress levels within the industry and negatively impact mental health.
A recent survey reported that noise levels in London eateries are the highest in Europe, with 50 per cent of restaurants exceeding 80 dBA during peak times.
Under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 (Noise Regulations 2005), employers must prevent or reduce risks to health and safety from exposure to noise at work.
We have practical guidance on what you can do to protect your workers, including:
For further information and guidance on noise at work, visit HSE's noise website.
More information
Read a blog on stress and hospitality from Kris Hall, Founder of The Burnt Chef Project.
You can find out more about HSE's campaign on the Working Minds website.
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