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Noise exposure limits in the workplace

In Alberta the maximum permitted exposure level is to work in a 85dB environment for 8 hours. For each increase of 3dB you are doubling the loudness, so you have to cut the exposure time in half for it to be safe.

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Identifying hearing loss

Identifying hearing loss can be as easy as booking a hearing test. Your hearing professional will start by asking background questions relating to your ears, such as noise exposure and history with ear infections.

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Symptoms of Noise Induced Hearing Loss

1. People sound like they’re mumbling 2. Trouble hearing high-pitched sounds (e.g., doorbell, telephone,) 3. Difficulty understanding conversations when you are

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Different types of Hearing Loss

There are a multitude of causes of hearing loss, depending on the type of hearing loss different parts of your ear and hearing will be effected. A crucial part of identifying hearing loss is determining the cause and type of loss occurring.

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What does noise do to your hearing temporarily?

Being exposed to a loud burst of noise may cause a Temporary Threshold Shift in your hearing. This may be from events such as a firearm being shot at close range, or going to a concert.

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