Bring the noise

THE Department of Mining, Industry Regulation and Safety has reminded employers in the Western Australian mining industry of their obligations when it comes to managing noise-induced hearing loss at work, with the latest mines safety bulletin outlining the requirement for baseline hearing tests for workers exposed to prolonged or excessive noise in the workplace.

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DMIRS warning on noise

Prolonged or excessive noise exposure can cause permanent hearing loss and tinnitus, and other health issues including stress, high blood pressure, poor concentration, productivity loss,