Thursday, June 17, 2010
Did you know?
Lower levels of noise exposure may actually be riskier than higher levels. Exposures below 95 dBA may be annoying, but don’t seem loud enough for hearing protection – though cumulative exposure can lead to hearing loss. Noise levels above 100 dBA, however, are uncomfortable and the discomfort serves as a reminder to wear hearing protection.
Monday, June 14, 2010
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Since 1971, Industrial Hearing Service, Inc. has provided mobile hearing testing services to customers involved in manufacturing, construction, wood products and government service. We service Washington, Oregon, Idaho, California, and Montana. We are a full service operation offering immediate employee notification, counseling and training.Dr. Rodney Atack is recognized as a national leader in the prevention of hearing loss in the workplace. He was a principal architect of the US Army's and Department of Defense's hearing conservation program. He has served as consultant to the Surgeon General for Audiology and Hearing Conservation.Dr. Atack was elected to the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation, where he participated for ten years serving as chair for two of those years. He is active in a number of professional associations and continues to teach certification courses, provide training, and consultative services in hearing conservation.Our Service Technicians are CAOHC certified. They have a unique workday due to the different work shifts of our clients. They are all interested in providing the highest level of service. With the expertise of our resident Audiologist our understanding of the importance of consistent customer satisfaction, our staff is able to deliver a high standard of knowledge and performance.Industrial Hearing Service office personnel handle our client contacts with friendly efficiency. Our staff is happy to assist with any question you may have about your Hearing Conservation Program. Whether the question is in regards to regulations, interpreting your report, setting up a hearing conservation program, etc., you will receive an informed response.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
International Noise Awareness Day
Once each year we recognize International Noise Awareness Day, this is designed to promote awareness of the dangers of long-term exposure to noise. Last year on April 28 businesses discussed with their employee's hidden danger to our hearing in our everyday lifes . We are often unaware of just how loud the things we encounter each day are. Consider the decibel levels of these common noise sources:Washing machine: 50 to 75 dBANormal conversation: 60 dBAVacuum cleaner: 60 to 85 dBAFreeway traffic: 70 dBAGarbage disposal: 80 to 95 dBACar horn: 110 dBASqueaky toy held close to ear: 110 dBA
Industrial Hearing Service cares about your employee’s occupational and non-occupational hearing health.
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