| Document ID (ISN) | 67838 |
| CIS number |
96-2274 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0169-8141 - International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics |
| Year |
1996 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Yearout R., Kwiatkowski C., Lisnerski D., Sprague K., Davis S. |
| Title |
Continuous exposure to noisy work environments does affect preferred leisure noise levels |
| Bibliographic information |
1996, Vol.17, p.499-511. Illus. 17 ref. |
| Abstract |
This is a two-phase study comparing leisure noise preferences for workers who were exposed to either a 'loud' (greater than or equal to 85dB(A)) or 'not loud' (< 85dB(A)) work environment. Phase 1 examined 110 subjects' noise level preferences that were recorded before and after work during a one-day period. Phase 2 recorded 12 additional subjects' preferences for five consecutive days. Results determined that leisure noise levels prior to work were not significantly different. Those exposed to the 'loud' environment preferred noise levels significantly higher than their noise levels before work. The authors' conclusion is that 'loud' work environments and consecutive daily exposure to these environments do influence preferred leisure noise levels. It is essential for any organization safety awareness programme to educate employees about hearing loss due to leisure as well as work activities. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
noise level; noise level measurement; hearing loss |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
survey |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | USA |
| Subject(s) |
Noise, hearing and vibration
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Physical hazards
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Noise
Diseases of the ear and hearing damage
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