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Hearing Protection Standards

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A single exposure to 140 dB (like a gunshot) can cause instant, permanent hearing loss, yet many workplaces expose employees to levels just below that for hours.

Why this is interesting

We all love loud music or enjoy concerts, but at what point does sound become a danger—not just to our ears, but to our future ability to hear?