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IMPORTANT - WCB
wcb.ab.cainduced hearing loss and may be related to other causes: • The h earing loss is in the low to mid frequencies. • The h earing loss is fairly constant or “flat” across frequencies. • There is a profound hearing loss (greater than 80 decibe ls). • The hearing loss is worse in one ear than the other. • There is rapid hearing loss ...
23 ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
www.nios.ac.inaggression, hypertension, high stress levels, hearing loss, sleep disturbances, and other harmful effects. Chronic exposure to noise may cause noise-induced hearing loss. People exposed to significant occupational noise demonstrate significantly reduced hearing sensitivity compared to non-exposed people. High and moderately-high noise
4 EXPOSURE CRITERIA, OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LEVELS
www.who.intPermanent noise-induced hearing loss is related to the sound pressure level and frequency distribution of the noise, the time pattern and duration of exposure, and individual susceptibility. The ability to hear and understand everyday speech under normal conditions is regarded as the most important function of the hearing mechanism.
Hearing Conservation - Occupational Safety and Health ...
www.osha.govNoise-induced hearing loss can be temporary or permanent. Temporary hearing loss results from short-term exposures to noise, with normal hearing returning after period of rest. Generally, prolonged exposure to high noise levels over a period of time gradually causes permanent damage. OSHA’s hearing conservation program is designed to