Occupational Noise Exposure East Carolina University职业噪声暴露东卡罗来纳大学.pptVIP

Occupational Noise Exposure Hearing Conservation Training Program Presented by the Office of Environmental Health and Safety Did You Know? About 30 million workers are exposed to hazardous noise on the job Noise-induced hearing loss is the most common occupational hazard for American workers Hearing loss from noise is slow and painless; you can have a disability before you notice it If you must raise your voice to speak with someone only 3 feet away, you are in high (hazardous) noise. It is 100% preventable What Is Noise? Noise is any unwanted sound By-product of many industrial processes, e.g. operating machinery Exposure to high levels of noise may lead to hearing loss and other harmful health effects Common Sounds may be louder than you think… Anatomy of the Ear Ear Drum Semi-Circular Canals Cochlea Ear Bones Outer Ear Signs of Hearing Loss Do you ask people to speak louder so that you can hear? Do you have to turn the TV or Radio so loud that others complain? Hearing Loss Temporary Hearing Loss - results from short term exposure to noise - hearing returns when away from the noise Permanent Hearing Loss - results from exposure to a moderate or high level of noise over a long period of time -hearing loss is PERMANENT Selection of Hearing Protection Devices Hearing protection devices are selected according to: Employee comfort Level of noise exposure NRR of device Type of work being performed Environmental conditions Employee may select hearing protection from a variety of suitable hearing protectors provided by employer. Types of Hearing Protection Devices Ear muffs Foam insert earplugs Semi-aural earplugs Ear Muffs Advantages More protection at higher frequencies than earplugs Various NRRs available Durable, long lasting Can be fitted on hard hat Reusable Disadvantages Higher cost Eye glasses can interfere with ear muff seal May be uncomfortable in hot environments Must be cleaned before use by anothe