{"id":1968,"date":"2024-08-22T16:26:36","date_gmt":"2024-08-22T21:26:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entnb.com\/?p=1968"},"modified":"2024-08-22T16:26:37","modified_gmt":"2024-08-22T21:26:37","slug":"how-to-prevent-hearing-loss-in-the-workplace","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entnb.com\/how-to-prevent-hearing-loss-in-the-workplace\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Prevent Hearing Loss in the Workplace"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Many work industries, such as construction or manufacturing, pose a risk to hearing health<\/a>. Luckily, both employers and workers can take steps to protect workers\u2019 hearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understanding Hearing Loss Risks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Workplaces that use heavy machinery, power tools and industrial equipment often expose workers to noise levels above 85 dB, where hearing damage can start to occur. Prolonged exposure to decibel levels at or above 84 dB can cause hearing loss to occur faster<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to machinery noise, everyday sounds such as ventilation systems, traffic and other background noises contribute to overall noise exposure. Even in quieter office settings, consistent moderate noise over time can lead to cumulative hearing damage, although this typically takes longer to occur.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sudden loud noises, such as explosions or equipment failures, can cause immediate and severe hearing damage, posing a substantial risk in certain industrial environments. Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when the inner ear hair cells that transmit sounds to the brain become damaged. Once this occurs, hearing loss is typically permanent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preventing Hearing Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To mitigate noise-induced hearing loss<\/a> in the workplace, it’s important to monitor and evaluate noise levels regularly to identify potential risks. Using sound level meters to measure decibels and determine where noise reduction efforts are needed can be an effective practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Administrative controls involve adjusting work practices and schedules to reduce noise exposure. This might include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n