What are some health and safety issues in a recording studio?

Answer 1

There really isn't a lot of health or safety issues in most studios.

One thing to watch out for may be claustrophobia. In isolation booths it can be a little odd because the room can be quite small and is virtually silent.

For certain artists there is a lot of drug and alcohol abuse, which is its own health issue. The studio isn't responsible for that, but many artists choose to partake in activities like that while in the studio.

Some studios may have really steep stairs, or poor means of emergency exit.

Some counters will have sharp edges, but nothing more than any other type of building.

Cables can be a hazard to trip over in certain situations as well, and working on the wiring of a mixing console and other equipment may involve electrical hazards.

Drums and guitar amplifiers in small spaces can reach high sound pressure levels and cause hearing damage. This is unnecessary and typically only happens with inexperienced musicians.

Some studios may be constructed with soundproofing materials between walls that does not conform to fire codes. That can be a fire hazard.

Since air handlers generate noise, some studios have barely-adequate ventilation. That can lead to poor air quality, particularly if smoking is permitted.