What is workplace noise and how is it measured?
Understanding of noise at the workplace Measurement of noise levels and workers noise exposure is a very crucial part of workplace hearing conservation, hearing loss prevention (HLPP) or noise control programs. It helps identify the specific areas where high noise is prevalent, and the level of risk to employees who may be affected is high. Also, the addition of the control measures can be added.
How to measure workplace noise? To maintain occupational hygiene, the level of sound is measured to be able to determine the noise exposures. The experts use various techniques and instruments like sound level meters, noise dosimeters, Noise Reports and integrating sound level meters etc. The choice of the technique and equipment are based upon the level and type of workplace noise, the working environment and the information needed by the experts.