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Secura 2013

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Noise pollution

 30 % of the active population is exposed to noise levels exceeding the safe limit of 80 dB(A).

Above 80 dB(A) causes hearing damage and in the longterm, deafness. Other consequences are:
  • 1. Stress
  • 2. Impaired communication
  • 3. Drop in productivity
  • 4. Higher risk of accidents
  • 5. Reduced quality of life
  • 6. Social isolation
  • 7. Workers claiming for compensation for occupational deafness
  • 8. Expenses for hearing aids
  • Etc…   
Occupational deafness is one of the top occupational illnesses.