Vehicle Backup Alarm Localization (or Not): Effects of Passive and Electronic Hearing Protectors, Ambient Noise Level, and Backup Alarm Spectral Content

Casali, John G.; Alali, Khaled

doi:10.1037/e578542012-017

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“…Sound localization can be adversely affected, particularly in the case of earmuffs. 234,243 A study of sound source identification with use of earmuffs led Abel and Shelly Paik 244 to conclude that "earmuffs should not be used in situations where the perception of the direction of hazard is a concern." These investigations examined the effects of active noise reduction devices as well as passive attenuators and found that the active noise reduction devices did not further degrade directional hearing.…”

Section: Communication Safety and Warning Signal Interferencementioning

confidence: 99%

National Research Agenda for the Prevention of Occupational Hearing Loss—Part 1

Themann

Suter²,

Stephenson

2013

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The mission of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is to generate new knowledge in the field of occupational safety and health and to transfer that knowledge into practice for the betterment of workers. Since its establishment in 1970, NIOSH has provided national and world leadership in efforts to prevent occupational hearing loss. In 1996, NIOSH established the National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA). Because occupational hearing loss is one of the most common occupational illnesses among American workers, it was identified as a priority research area, and a NORA Hearing Loss Team was established. The NORA Hearing Loss Team was composed of representatives from industry, academia, labor, professional organizations, and other governmental agencies. The team was tasked with developing a national research agenda for the prevention of occupational hearing loss. Each team member contributed to the original draft, which continued to evolve over time. The current document represents the culmination of several years of deliberation and revision with the goal of identifying needed research to prevent occupational hearing loss. This is Part 1 of the document, outlining research needs on the mechanisms and consequences of occupational exposure to noise and other ototoxicants.

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Section: Communication Safety and Warning Signal Interferencementioning

confidence: 99%