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This talk is in an association with the AIHA Exposure and Control Banding Committee

Control banding and occupational exposure banding are well established methods for supporting the chemical risk assessment process. One of the most broadly known is COSHH essentials which originated in the UK but its core principles have been applied in different variations across the globe. In the UK Industrial sectors, regulatory and professional bodies have used the core principles to develop useful tools to predict likely exposure and or control strategies to deploy depending on the calculated level of risk. It is particularly useful where no safe level of exposure is defined or when you are looking to improve compliance in small to medium sized enterprises who have limited access to specialist advice. This talk will provide a summary of control banding approach in the UK and how it has been applied for over a decade, it will be supported with a number of examples such as Breathe Freely and REACH where it has been successfully used to support a range of professionals in exposure risk management and overview of a BOHS working group which is being established to provide guidance on the application of control banding 

Data centers, essential to global IT infrastructure, encounter unique noise challenges due to their high-density equipment, continuous operation, and the critical need for cooling systems. Effective noise management programs are vital to identify primary noise sources, ensure compliance with global standards, and assess exposure risks. These programs must consider sampling strategies, noise variability, and continuous monitoring to address potential health risks. Additionally, case studies of successful noise management offer practical insights and best practices, contributing to a safer and more efficient data center environment.