NOISE RESOURCES

NIOSH Noise Level Demonstration

Click on the here to download the program.

This interactive tool, developed by NIOSH, effectively demonstrates the relative sound pressure levels of everyday noise exposures. It does not require any special software to run.

Click on the NIOSH Sound Meter icon to visualize various common sound pressure levels.

Occupational Noise Exposure

OSHA has created this webpage to provide workers and employers with up-to-date information on occupational noise exposure.

Click here to access the OSHA Noise Exposure website.

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Hearing Protection Resources

Hearing Protector Device Guide

NIOSH offers a hearing protection selection tool to help users choose the most appropriate hearing protection devices.

Click here to access the NIOSH Hearing Protector Selection Guide.

Information for Shooters

Click here for hearing protection guidelines specifically designed for hunters and shooters.

This information, sourced directly from the NIOSH website, covers best practices for preventing hearing loss due to firearm noise exposure.

Information for Young Adults

For young adults, responsible use of headphones is crucial for protecting hearing health.

Click to read an informative article on steps to prevent hearing damage from headphone use:
www.headphones.com/protect-your-ears.html.