HEARING LOSS PREVENTION

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HEARING LOSS PREVENTION

DID YOU KNOW…...? Noise-induced hearing loss is the number one occupational disability It is generally painless It is progressive over time It is permanent IT IS PREVENTABLE!!! THE 4 PS

HOW DO WE HEAR?

SOUND RECEPTORS

DAMAGED HAIR CELLS

WHAT IS NOISE? Simply stated… noise is any unwanted sound

WAYS TO CHARACTERIZE OF NOISE FREQUENCY- perceived as pitch INTENSITY- perceived as loudness NATURE- steady-state vs. impulse/impact DURATION- length of time exposed

Noise Induced Hearing Loss Initially, exposure to noise causes a loss of sensitivity to high frequency (high pitch) sound. Continued exposure results in damage to mid frequency region as well. One can experience progressive high frequency hearing loss and not be aware of it until it becomes severe (doesn’t affect loudness perception).

HOW CAN IT HAPPEN? ACOUSTIC TRAUMA – ONE TIME EXPOSURE TO LOUD SOUND OR DAILY EXPOSURES TO MODERATELY LOUD SOUNDS

HOW DO WE KNOW SOMETHING IS TOO LOUD? Could use 3 foot rule If you have to raise your voice to be heard by someone standing within 3 foot (arm’s length) then the level is most likely above the hazardous noise level or Objectively measure loudness with proper equipment

When is noise scientifically defined to be a hazard? -Duration of exposure, intensity (volume) of sound, repeated exposure, individual susceptibility -85dBA for steady-state noise sources -140dBP for impulse/impact noise sources

Steady-State Noise Examples Rustling Leaves 20dB Conversation 60dB Automobile 70dB Alarm Clock 80dB Screaming Child 90dB Pneumatic Drill 100dB Helicopter 110dB Live Concert 130dB

Loss of hearing sensitivity due to hazardous noise exposures from either steady state noise or impulse noise does occur even before we can measure the change!…. And it does carry negative consequences!!!

PTS vs. TTS A permanent threshold shift (PTS) vs. a temporary threshold shift (TTS) Bounce-back effect…not complete recovery Immediate medical referral (Audiology / ENT)

Permanent Effects of Noise Induced Hearing Loss -Difficulty understanding conversation, particularly in background noise…high frequency hearing loss affects ability to hear consonants. Quality of environmental sound is diminished. -”Ringing in Ears” - tinnitus

Annual Hearing Testing Why do annually? Feedback BEFORE it becomes a problem….not five years down the road when it definitely is a problem What is your score??? Are you practicing good hearing conservation or aren’t you???

BOTTOM LINE If you are exposing yourself to hazardous noise levels unprotected…it’s not a matter of whether you will develop hearing loss but when you will develop hearing loss…the odds are VERY RARELY beaten.

HEARING PROTECTION The only thing standing between you and a potential permanent hearing loss!!!!!

But I Can’t Wear Hearing Protection Because…... My ears will become infected They hurt my ears I can’t hear to do my job I can’t hear sounds needed to hunt, etc., etc. Thinking short-term instead of long-term

Approved Types of HPD’s Earplugs Pre-formed Hand-formed Noise Muffs Helmets CUSTOMISED HEARING PROTECTION DEVICE

One more time…When do I need to wear protection? Steady state noise measured at 85dBA or greater Impulse noise measured at 140dBA or greater

Are HPDs always enough? Some military noise exposure may exceed the protection offered by HPDs Synergistic effects Permanent damage can be minimized with HPD use

OTHER PROTECTIVE MEASURES Administrative Controls Double protection Medical intervention???

ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROLS Limit exposure time by implementing shift work schedules

DOUBLING UP! Steady state noises 120dBA or greater Use of insert earplugs and circumaural earmuffs together

Medical Research (on the horizon) Hazardous exposure initiates inner ear oxidative process which results in hair cell death cycle New medication may be able to limit permanent damage by arresting oxidative process Time sensitive NOT A SUB FOR HPDs!

Listening through HPDs takes practice but the threshold shift caused from wearing them is temporary…the shift caused from not protecting yourself could be permanent!!!!

TO SUMMARIZE…… HEARING LOSS HAPPENS! Noise induced hearing loss is 100% preventable Your hearing health starts with YOU while at work or home If YOU don’t protect it YOU will lose it