The 2007 Noise Regulations (SI 2007/3075, ISBN 9780110789057) have
ensured new protections for merchant seamen and crews. The provisions
include checking for daily and weekly exposure to noise and reduction of
exposure to noise, plus information, instruction and training for
noise-exposed workers. The 'Code of Practice for Controlling Risks due
to Noise on Ships' helps explain the duties of operators and managers
regarding the assessment and control of hearing risk due to noise in the
maritime environment and it provides sufficient information to enable
employers to assess the risks of noise injury to seafarers.