Progress and recommendations of developing occupational exposure limits for noise-A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Noise exposure limit is one of the critical measures to prevent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). This review aimed to review the progress and recommendations for developing occupational exposure limits (OELs) for workplace noise.

Methods

A systematic review was used. Thirty-eight national or international organizations' noise exposure standards (including OEL) and laws, regulations, and guidelines for noise exposure control were analyzed. Articles on recommendations for revising noise OEL standards between 2000 and 2023 were selected.

Results

The definition of different noise types (especially for non-steady and impulsive noise) varied worldwide, and the used 8-h OEL varied from 80 to 90 dB(A). Maximum sound pressure level (L_max) and noise dose

SUBMITTER: Zeng A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11422601 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature