Document ID (ISN) | 42515 |
CIS number |
84-1555 |
ISSN - Serial title |
0049-8610 - Zeitschrift für die gesamte Hygiene und ihre Grenzgebiete |
Year |
1983 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Schulz G., Rublack K., Meister A., Dybowski S., Dubrau K.H., Gretzschel D. |
Title |
Comparative studies of the noise-reducing capability and the wearing comfort of hearing protectors in the workplace |
Original title |
Vergleichende Untersuchungen der Dämmwirkung und der Trageeigenschaften von Gehörschutzmitteln am Arbeitsplatz [in German] |
Bibliographic information |
1983, Vol.29, No.2, p.93-98. Illus. 41 ref. |
Abstract |
Characteristics of various hearing protectors (cotton wool, plugs, helmets, earmuffs) were tested during the manufacture of screws (continuous noise of 94dB) and in the forging shop of a machinery plant (impact noise of 95-109dB). No differences were found between the noise-reducing powers of the protectors by comparing the temporary reduction in the hearing threshold of the workers, but significant differences were found in their degree of comfort. For long-term use, the best protection is provided by plastic foam plugs (with prolonged resilience). Principles are given for the organisation of a hearing conservation programme. |
Descriptors (primary) |
hearing protection; ear; noise |
Descriptors (secondary) |
sound attenuation; comfort assessment; personal protective equipment; comparative study; earmuffs; acoustic helmets; hearing conservation; earplugs |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Subject(s) |
Noise, hearing and vibration
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Broad subject area(s) |
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Browse category(ies) |
Noise Hearing protection
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