Hearing Protection
Hearing loss prevetion
Most causes of hearing loss are impossible to prevent. However, noise-induced hearing loss is not.
What is noise-induced hearing loss?
Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is hearing loss caused by either exposure to a loud impulse sound like a gunshot or explosion, or prolonged exposure to high levels of noise. It can happen immediately or gradually over time.
Noises below 75 decibels (dB), are unlikely to cause hearing loss. Sounds 85 dB and above can.
Your hearing needs protecting in many aspects of your life. If you are exposed to high levels of noise, this can cause noise induced hearing loss, which is irreversible damage to the ears.
Preventing noise-induced hearing loss
Fortunately, noise-induced hearing loss can be prevented. Preventing noise-induced hearing loss requires you to do three things:
- Know what sounds are too loud (anything above 85 dB)
- Either avoid loud sounds or limit your exposure or proximity to them
- Wear hearing protection when you can’t avoid or move a safe distance from loud noises
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