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It categorizes sounds ranging from faint (20 dB) to painful and dangerous (140 dB), providing real-world examples such as rustling leaves, normal conversation, lawnmowers, and jet planes. The document explicitly highlights that noise exposure exceeding 85 dB over extended periods can cause permanent hearing loss. It serves as a public awareness tool, recommending the use of hearing protection for loud environments and encouraging individuals to consult with certified audiologists for hearing assessments. The content references guidelines from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) to emphasize the importance of occupational and daily hearing health safety practices. 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NIOSH* recommends wearing hearing protection whenever noise levels exceed 85 dB, regardless of how long the sound lasts .  \nLOUD  \n\n|  | 80 􀂂 Alarm clocks |\n| --- | --- |\n|  | 70 􀂂 Traffic\u003Cbr>􀂂 Vacuums |\n\nMODERATE  \n\n|  | 60 􀂂 Normal conversation\u003Cbr>􀂂 Dishwashers |\n| --- | --- |\n|  | 50 􀂂 Moderate rainfall |\n\nSOFT  \n40 􀂂 Quiet library   \n  30 􀂂 Whisper   \nFAINT  \n20 􀂂 Leaves rustling  \nFor more information on audiology and hearing loss, [visit www.](visit www.HowsYourHearing.org)[HowsYourHearing.org](visit www.HowsYourHearing.org).  \nVisit “Find an Audiologist” to locate and set up an appointment with an audiologist in your area to get your hearing tested.  \n*National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health ([cdc.gov/niosh](cdc.gov/niosh)).  \n09/2023  \n©2023 The American Academy of Audiology. All rights reserved.","cbCaidkus1trIxur","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidkus1trIxur","pdf",138879,"English","# Levels of Noise in Decibels\n## Noise Level Categories and Examples\n## Hearing Protection Recommendations\n## Resources and Professional Audiology Support","[{\"question\":\"What is the recommended threshold for wearing hearing protection according to NIOSH?\",\"answer\":\"NIOSH recommends wearing hearing protection whenever noise levels exceed 85 dB, regardless of the duration of exposure.\"},{\"question\":\"At what decibel level does sound start being considered painful and dangerous?\",\"answer\":\"Sound levels reaching 140 dB and above are classified as painful and dangerous, necessitating hearing protection or complete avoidance.\"},{\"question\":\"Where can individuals find an audiologist for a hearing test?\",\"answer\":\"Individuals can visit the 'Find an Audiologist' section on the website HowsYourHearing.org to locate and schedule an appointment with a professional in their local area.\"}]","Levels of Noise in Decibels - American Academy of Audiology | PDF"]