We all want to be as safe as possible when on the job. One of the most common injuries in the workplace is hearing loss. Close to 30 million U.S. workers are exposed to dangerous levels of noise while on the job each year, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Everyday thousands of employees are put in …
Understanding Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss affects Over 5% of the world’s population or 466 million people. While the most common cause of hearing loss is age related hearing loss affecting one third of seniors in the U.S. alone over 65, younger generations are also at risk for hearing loss. Noise induced hearing loss (NIHL) can be a huge risk to our ears and …
Understanding Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
This is a world rich in sound. Some sounds people find delightful, while others don’t. No matter what your taste, if a noise is too loud it could cause permanent damage to your hearing if you are exposing yourself without proper protection. When does sound become noise and when does it start to put your hearing at risk? Sound vs. …