Much suffering is caused by conditions and hazardous working environment where work is done by the workers. One of the physical conditions and working environment that is harmful is noise.

Power to hear the good is very important benefit because in our everyday life is highly dependent on the ability of hearing. For example, to socialize, to learn, to communicate, etc..

In particular workplace noise sometimes can not be avoided or reduced. not all noise, just the sound that is not pleasant to hear only the so-called noisy.

Noise levels which endanger the power to hear in the workplace depends on a certain noise level and how long the workers exposed to noise every day. Noise level can be measured with a measuring instrument called a "sound level meter." Usually the measurement is made by people who have been trained or employee labor inspectors who are equipped with tools that, in carrying out its functions to help managers and workers to protect them from adverse effects of noise.






Noise can lead to:

1. hearing loss

2. communication disorders

3. irritation

4. stress

Within applicable law, the head of the company is obliged to protect their workers and pay attention to safety and health work. Corporate leaders must see to state noise in the workplace within safe limits.

This can be accomplished by reducing the sources of noise and time of presentation for workers. If noise can not be deducted from the allowed limit, then the head of the company must provide protective equipment that is equipped with information and instructions about how it is used for workers.

Liabilities for workers:

1. workers to assess the capacity of the power to hear themselves together with other workers.
2. using a control device which is provided in conjunction with existing machines or installed at the factory
3. reported damaged equipment, noise control or hearing protection equipment to be repaired or replaced
4. to wear ear protectors in noisy areas


The manager can play a role through:

1. formulate policies and design and management practices
2. conducted an assessment on the overall amount of a noisy area.
3. carry out a proper investigation on noise control options
4. minimize the negative impact of noise to occur ease of operation, maintenance access and productivity.

If things are implemented properly, it will decrease the risk of workplace accidents and health workers will not be disturbed.


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