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 …

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

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

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 …

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.

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 …

Jan 18, 2024 · Overview Exposure to loud noise or certain chemicals while at work can damage your hearing. Occupational hearing loss is one of the most common work-related illnesses and …

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

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.

Dec 10, 2024 · For them, hearing hazards such as hazardous noise and chemicals that can damage hearing are frequent, and hearing loss is more common in noise-exposed …