| Document ID (ISN) | 105220 |
| CIS number |
06-698 |
| ISBN(s) |
92-9191-167-4 |
| Year |
2005 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Title |
Reducing the risks from occupational noise |
| Bibliographic information |
European Agency for Safety and Health at Work, Gran Vía 33, 48009 Bilbao, Spain, 2005. 85p. Illus. 46 ref. Index. Price: EUR 15.00. |
| Internet access |
http://osha.eu.int/publications/reports/6805535/full_publication_en.pdf [in English]
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| Abstract |
This report provides an overview of noise control methods based on European noise control policy as formulated in the relevant directives and international standards. Contents: scope of the noise problem; effects of noise (hearing disorders, work-related stress, cause of accidents); European occupational noise policy; management of noise (noise reduction, personal protection); examples of workplace interventions. Includes lists of relevant European directives and standards. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
European Union; noise control; hearing loss |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
hearing protection; case study; report; noise level; construction sites; educational institutions; safety by design; stress factors; causes of accidents; high-risk groups; comment on directive; comment on standard; information of personnel; musicians |
| Document type |
E - Books, reports, proceedings |
| Country / State or Province | European Union |
| Subject(s) |
Noise, hearing and vibration
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| Broad subject area(s) |
Physical hazards
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| Browse category(ies) |
Noise
Diseases of the ear and hearing damage
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