Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common work-related injuries To
create a more healthful workplace, the US-American National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recommends preventing hazardous noise
through controls for noise exposure and encourages business owners to create
'Buy Quiet programs' as a first step.

Buy Quiet is a prevention initiative which:

• Encourages companies to purchase or rent quieter machinery and tools to reduce


• worker noise exposure. This is accomplished when new businesses start up or


• when older equipment is replaced.


• Provides information on equipment noise levels, so companies can buy quieter


• products that make the workplace safer.


• Encourages manufacturers to design quieter equipment by creating a demand for


• quieter products.
  

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AplusA-online.de - Source: Centre for Occupational Health and Safety