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How Loud is Too Loud?


Prolonged exposure to any noise above 85 decibels (dB) can cause gradual hearing loss.

At higher decibel levels, hearing protection is strongly recommended.

100 decibels - no more than 15 minutes prolonged exposure recommended

110 decibels - regular exposure of more than one minute risks permanent hearing loss without hearing protection.

 

 

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