Occupational Noise Levels During Emergency Relief Operations in the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina

Abstract

Column Editor Lawrence Mazzuckelli

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

This report is based in part, on contributions by Day Greg and Stephen Martin of the Division of Respiratory Disease Studies, NIOSH, Morgantown, West Virginia; and Kevin Hanley of the Division of Surveillance, Hazard Evaluations and Field Studies, NIOSH, Cincinnati, Ohio.

The findings and conclusions in this report are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of NIOSH. Mention of company names or products does not noconstitute endorsement by NIOSH.

Notes

Column Editor Lawrence Mazzuckelli

^A The dose percentages are the amounts of noise accumulated during a workday, with 100% representing the maximum allowable daily dose. If the OSHA Action Level exceeds 50%, an employer is required to administer a continuing, effective hearing conservation program.

^B NIOSH REL: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, recommended exposure limit.

^C OSHA AL: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Action Level.

^D QC = quality control.