Know your noise

Hearing is something we take for granted, until we lose it. Yet industrial noise and loud music can damage our hearing. And that damage accumulates over time if we are exposed to loud noise: the higher the level of sound and the longer the exposure, the more damage is likely to occur.

 

While most companies ensure workers on sites wear protective gear, they cannot be held responsible if individuals take risks by not wearing it.

 

It is not only industrial noise that puts workers at risk. Loud music can also damage hearing. Hearing loss is Australia’s second most common disability, with 1 in 6 Aussies affected.

 

If you’re concerned about your hearing, you can find a noise calculator and do an online hearing check at www.knowyournoise.org. You can do the hearing test and if you like, contribute your results to help add to a better understanding of noise exposure and its impact on hearing!