Noise Exposure and Self-reported Hearing Impairment among Gas-fired Electric Plant Workers in Tanzania

Background: Gas-fired electric plants are equipped with heavy machines, which produce hazards including noise pollution. Exposure to high level of noise of above 85dB(A) is known to bring about Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL). This study aimed to assess noise exposure level and reported prevalence...

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Main Authors: Witness John, Gloria Sakwari, Simon Hendry Mamuya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Levy Library Press 2018-10-01
Series:Annals of Global Health
Online Access:https://annalsofglobalhealth.org/articles/2305