Where the noise level in machinery spaces (or other spaces)
is greater than 85 dB(A), entrances to such spaces shall carry a warning
notice comprising symbol and supplementary sign in the working language
of the ship as prescribed by the Administration (see below an example
of the warning notice and signs in English). If only a minor portion
of the space has such noise levels the particular location(s) or equipment
shall be identified at eye level, visible from each direction of access.
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Signs at the entrance to noisy rooms (example in English)
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| 80-85
dB(A)
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HIGH-NOISE LEVEL – USE HEARING PROTECTORS
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| 85-110
dB(A)
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DANGEROUS
NOISE – USE OF HEARING PROTECTORS MANDATORY
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| 110-115
dB(A)
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CAUTION:
DANGEROUS NOISE – USE OF HEARING PROTECTORS MANDATORY – SHORT STAY
ONLY
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| >115 dB(A)
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CAUTION: EXCESSIVELY HIGH-NOISE LEVEL – USE OF HEARING PROTECTORS
MANDATORY – NO STAY LONGER THAN 10 MINUTES
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