Category: Occupational Safety

Last Updated on 19/01/2026 by Admin Understanding the Risks of Excessive Noise Exposure What is Noise-Induced Hearing Loss and How Does it Occur? Noise-induced hearing loss, often abbreviated as NIHL, results from repeated exposure to loud sounds that inflict damage on the delicate hair cells located in the inner ear. This irreversible condition can severely…

Understanding the Key Causes of Hearing Loss in Construction Workers Impact of Noise Exposure on Hearing Health Prolonged exposure to loud machinery and tools presents a significant hazard in the construction industry, contributing to a large percentage of hearing loss in construction workers. Construction sites are typically filled with sounds from heavy machinery such as…