Asked by katia marcelino on May 13, 2024
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) limits workplace noise to what level over the course of an 8-hour workday?
A) 70 dBA
B) 80 dBA
C) 90 dBA
D) 100 dBA
Occupational Safety
Refers to the practice and field of protecting the health and well-being of employees in the workplace.
Noise
Unwanted or disturbing sounds that can negatively affect physical and mental health or environmental quality.
Workday
The part of the day during which one is obliged to perform work or professional duties.
- Understand the occupational exposure limits and the importance of regulatory compliance.
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SAMREEN ALTAFMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
OSHA limits workplace noise exposure to 90 decibels (dBA) averaged over an 8-hour workday to protect workers' hearing.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the occupational exposure limits and the importance of regulatory compliance.