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Mar 14, 2024 | britsafe.org | Alasdair Field |Nicole Vazquez |Worthwhile Training |Peter Wilson

It’s a sad fact that the general standard of advice on reducing the risk of hearing damage to workers in environments such as factories, workshops and foundries is abysmal and, consequently, many people continue to suffer unnecessary hearing damage.

Feb 29, 2024 | britsafe.org | Teri Devine |Alasdair Field |Nicole Vazquez |Worthwhile Training

Noise-induced hearing loss is the second biggest cause of hearing loss in the UK, but it’s also the most preventable. It’s essential that we all look after our hearing at work and at home by following safe listening practices. Over-exposure to loud noise can damage your ears before you know it, causing permanent hearing loss and tinnitus – ringing or buzzing in your ears. There are two factors that increase the risk: how loud the sound is, and how long you are exposed to it for.