Jan 30, 2024 · Noise exposure is a risk that is present in all industries. Hazardous noise most commonly occurs in industries such as mining, manufacturing, and construction. But every …

Apr 12, 2024 · Noise is a significant source of hearing loss, but you can protect your hearing. An important first step is to understand how noise causes hearing loss.

Dec 15, 2023 · About Noise and Reproductive Health Key points Working in a noisy job can affect your hearing and harm your health. During pregnancy, exposure to very loud noise can …

Feb 16, 2024 · Learn how to measure workplace noise exposure and how to best monitor workers' hearing.

Apr 10, 2024 · Like with noise, hearing loss caused by ototoxic chemicals varies based on: How often you are exposed (exposure frequency). How much you are exposed (chemical …

May 31, 2024 · Cardiovascular conditions, hearing difficulty and occupational noise exposure within U.S. industries and occupations. American Journal of Industrial Medicine, 61, 477-491.

Learn more about noise and hearing loss and how to prevent it, especially in the workplace.

Oct 21, 2024 · The NIOSH Hearing Loss Simulator (HLSim) is a software training and communication tool for promoting hearing loss prevention and awareness. It allows a user or …

Feb 1, 2024 · About 25% of noise-exposed tested Construction workers have a material hearing impairment. 4 Hearing impairment is hearing loss that impacts day-to-day activities.

Feb 16, 2024 · The NIOSH Sound Level Meter app measures workplace noise to determine if the levels are damaging.