How Loud Is Too Loud?Sound is measured in decibels (dB). Sounds at or above 85 dBA* can cause hearing loss. The louder the sound, the quicker it can damage your hearing. *dBA = A-weighted decibels
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140–160 dBAFireworks show
140 dBAJet taking off
110–129 dBAAmbulance sirens
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80–100 dBALawnmower or tractor
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30 dBA Whisper
Why Protect Your Hearing?Noise-induced hearing loss:• Can build over time.• Is permanent.• Is preventable.
How to Protect Your Hearing:• Lower the volume.• Move away from
the noise.• Wear hearing protectors,
such as earplugs or earmuffs.
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https://www.noisyplanet.nidcd.nih.gov
Toll-free voice: (800) 241-1044
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHAND HUMAN SERVICESNational Institutes of HealthNational Institute on Deafness andOther Communication Disorders
NIH Publication No. 18-DC-6431May 2018
It’s a Noisy Planet. Protect Their Hearing.® and the Noisy Planet logo are registered trademarks of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Source: CDC National Center for Environmental Health
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