Understanding Noise and Its Impact

What is one of the main problems associated with noise?

• It can cause permanent and disabling hearing damage.

• It makes you sleepy.

• It improves concentration.

• It enhances communication.

Which of the following is a sign that there might be a noise problem at work?

• The noise is soothing.

• You have to raise your voice to have a normal conversation.

• The noise is barely noticeable.

• The noise is musical.

Fill in the blank: Noise can cause hearing loss that gets worse over time, damage caused by sudden, extremely loud noises, or _______ (permanent ringing in the ears).

• tinnitus

• vertigo

• nausea

• dizziness

What should your employer do if there is a noise problem at work?

• Ignore it.

• Use quieter equipment or a different, quieter process.

• Encourage more noise.

• Provide earplugs only.

Fill in the blank: If you have any ear or hearing trouble, let your _______ know.

• friend

• employer

• neighbor

• pet

Fill in the blank: With hearing damage, conversation becomes difficult or _______.

• impossible

• easy

• enjoyable

• loud

Fill in the blank: Your employer should consult you or your workplace representatives on ______.

• personal matters

• noise control measures

• financial issues

• vacation plans

Fill in the blank: Earmuffs should totally cover your ears and fit ______.

• loosely

• tightly

• partially

• not at all

Fill in the blank: Earplugs go right in the ear canal, not just ______.

• outside

• across it

• above it

• below it

What should you avoid letting interfere with the seal of earmuffs?

• Hair

• Water

• Air

• Light