#Noise

Industrial noise exposure and hearing protection. Mitigating risks of neurosensory hearing loss from exceeding the 80dB acceptable threshold. Deals with acoustic control at stations and conscious use of hearing PPE.

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Svetlana Vladimirova

Head of Occupational Safety Training

Krastsvetmet

October 2, 2023

The Three Decibel Rule: Forewarned is Forearmed

The article discusses the risks of constant exposure to noise exceeding the permissible level of 80 dB and the physiological mechanism of the onset of incurable sensorineural hearing loss. The author explains the “three-decibel rule”, demonstrating how even a small increase in the decibel figure leads to a multiple increase in sound intensity. Comprehending this principle helps to consciously approach hearing protection at work and in everyday life to preserve health.

Noise Health

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