Reducing Noise Related Hazards
Introduction
Decibels are measured on a logarithmic scale which means that a small change in the number of decibels results in a large change in the level of noise employees hear.
Hearing Protection with Carl Potter
With the reduction of even a few decibels, the hazard to hearing is reduced, communication is improved, and noise-related annoyance is reduced.
There are various ways to reduce or eliminate exposure to unwanted noise using the "Hierarchy of Controls." We'll discuss some of these controls in this module.
Knowledge Check Choose the best answer for the question.
3-1. Decibels are measured on a logarithmic scale, which means a _____ change in decibels results in a _____ change in the level of noise employees hear.
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