Has any forum members' groups looked at noise exposure in rehearsal and performance? What level of awareness and understanding is there in your membership? What actions have your group taken?
I have been looking into the levels of noise endured during rehearsal, and have prepared a discussion document that I will present to my wind band in a couple of days. While the issue is well understood in professional and military music groups, it seems to hardly reach the consciousness of community bands. As people attend voluntarily, the duty of care regarding health and safety of members is less clear cut or considered as it would be for employees.
My conclusion is that members are advised to buy and use ear protection. I attach my document.
What thoughts and conclusions have others had about this?
Chris
I have been looking into the levels of noise endured during rehearsal, and have prepared a discussion document that I will present to my wind band in a couple of days. While the issue is well understood in professional and military music groups, it seems to hardly reach the consciousness of community bands. As people attend voluntarily, the duty of care regarding health and safety of members is less clear cut or considered as it would be for employees.
My conclusion is that members are advised to buy and use ear protection. I attach my document.
What thoughts and conclusions have others had about this?
Chris