Hierarchy of Noise Risk Control: The Definitive Guide
Exposure to excessive noise levels can lead to various adverse effects on human health, including hearing loss, tinnitus,…
What is Noise? Everything You Need to Know About Noise
We are constantly surrounded by noise. Whether it’s the sound of traffic while we’re walking down the street,…
Noise And OSHA’s Permissible Exposure Limit (PEL) & “Action Level”
Noise Exposure to high levels of noise can cause permanent hearing loss. Neither surgery nor a hearing aid…
Employee Training And Education For Noise
Excessive noise levels over a long period of time will damage your hearing. This may happen so gradually…
Selection and Use Of Hearing Protection Devices (HPDs)
Hearing protection devices, or HPDs, come in all shapes and sizes. There are many different types of hearing…
Requirements For Hearing Protection Devices (HPDs)
Hearing Protection Devices (HPDs) – Basic Requirements Hearing protection devices (HPDs) are considered the last option to control…
Different Instruments To Measure Noise Exposures
Noise Survey Instruments Basically, there are two different instruments to measure noise exposures: the sound level meter and…
How to Evaluate Noise Exposure
The first step toward solving any noise problem is to define it. To understand what requirements must be…
How to Know if Your Hearing is Damaged
If you work in a loud environment, or enjoy listening to music at high volumes, it is important…
Temporary and Permanent Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a decrease in your ability to hear or understand speech and sounds around you. Hearing…