PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-618

PS, The Preventative Maintenance Monthly

ISSUE 618

MAY 2004
PS Magazine - TB 43-PS-618 - Page 31 of 33
PS 618
MAY 04
59
It Depends on the Decibels
For steady-state noise of 85 to 103 decibels, you must wear single hearing pro-
tection, either earplugs or noise muffs. Noise from 104 to 108 decibels requires dou-
ble hearing protection. That’s when you wear earplugs in combination with noise
muffs or a helmet designed to reduce noise. Noise greater than 108 decibels not only
requires you to wear double protection but also to limit your time exposed to noise.
Ask your medical folks for details.
PS 618
MAY 04
58
Hearing Protection…
Listen Carefully
Now, listen carefully, because your hearing depends on it. Everyday noise from
engines, compressors, jackhammers, shop equipment, power generators and
artillery fire injures your hearing over time. Even if the noise doesn’t seem loud, it
can cause harm. The loss is painless, gradual. By the time you realize you’re losing
your hearing, the damage has been done.
If you work in a noisy
area or your TM directs you
to wear hearing protection,
then wear earplugs or noise
muffs.
Your safety office or pre-
ventive medicine people
can test your workplace for
dangerous noise levels and
tell you what kind of hear-
ing protection to use.
time to
go!
pack
up your
tools!
say what?!
who you
calling a
fool?
You need
hearing
protection.
I’ve got
what
kind of
infection!?
we said,
‘You need
hearing
protection!’
didja
get ear
plugs?
hah?
‘’beer
mugs’?
you
know
we
can’t drink
on the job!
sigh…
turn the
page for some more
sound
advice.
Have your workplace tested
for dangerous noise levels
618. 58-59 (C)
3/29/04
4:13 PM
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