Some of the most common workplace hazards aren’t visible—they’re audible. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to harmful noise levels at work. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that hearing loss due to workplace noise is the most frequently reported occupational …
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have teamed up to launch a new international standard aimed at preventing hearing loss among 1.1 billion young people. Unveiled on February 12, the “Toolkit for Safe Listening Devices and Systems” is now available online. This toolkit is designed to help partners easily adopt, …
Hearing safety is crucial for protecting one of our most important senses. Occupational noise that exceeds certain decibel (dB) levels can cause serious, lasting damage if proper protection isn’t used. This noise thermometer graphic illustrates the dB levels for various sounds, both on the job and in everyday life, helping you understand what’s too loud …
