Noise-induced hearing loss, occupational causes

Occupational illness may involve skin diseases or disorders caused by work exposure to chemicals, plants or other substances. They may be respiratory conditions associated with breathing hazardous biological agents, chemicals, dust, gases, vqjors, or fumes at work. They may also be poisonings, noise-induced hearing loss, or other occupational illnesses. 

The modern industrial worksite can be a noisy place. This poses two safety and health related problems. First, there is the problem of distraction. Any operation that requires oral communication will suffer from a noisy environment. Interference with communications can create misunderstandings about information transmitted from one person to another. When such communications relate to hazardous activities, any misunderstandings can lead to accidents. Second, there is the problem of hearing loss. Exposure to noise that exceeds prescribed levels can result in permanent hearing loss. Occupational exposure to loud sounds is the most common cause of what is often called noise-induced hearing loss. 

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