Noise Exposure and Hearing Loss among Brewery Workers in Lagos, Nigeria
| Autor: | Stefan Böhringer, Petronella J. den Ouden, Herbert Schilthuis, Bas Sorgdrager, Nino L. Wouters, Richard Ajayi, Jan A. P. M. de Laat, Charlotte I. Kaanen |
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| Přispěvatelé: | Coronel Institute of Occupational Health, APH - Societal Participation & Health |
| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
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| Zdroj: | International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health International journal of environmental research and public health, 17(8):2880. Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 17(8). MDPI Volume 17 Issue 8 International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Vol 17, Iss 2880, p 2880 (2020) |
| ISSN: | 1660-4601 1661-7827 |
| Popis: | The health risks of exposure to loud noises are a well-established fact and are widely addressed in modern industries. Yet, in less developed countries, it is thought these hazards receive less attention, both in the workplace and in private life. (1) Background: The aim of this study is to assess the occupational noise exposure in a developing country and identify possible risk groups for whom intervention is needed. (2) Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed among brewery employees in Lagos, Nigeria. Pure-tone audiometry (PTA) was performed, paired with a self-report questionnaire. Personal noise dosimetry (PND) was also performed with an additional group of participants. (3) Results: A total of 458 employees were submitted to PTA. The Packaging and Utilities department reported the largest shifts in hearing thresholds (18 dB [sd = 15] and 16 dB [sd = 15] @4kHz, respectively). No significant effect of department type on auditory health could be found. PND results were obtained from 39 employees. Packaging and Sales were identified as the most exposed departments. (4) Conclusions: A healthy hearing profile was found for a large proportion of the brewery employees (91.7%). However, NIHL (noise-induced hearing loss) proportions specifically among Bottling and Sales employees were elevated. |
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