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Mining companies have an obligation to protect the environment and the communities in which they operate. One way of doing this is by\u00a0monitoring noise levels<\/a>\u00a0from mining operations. Noise level monitoring helps identify and mitigate any potential noise impacts from mining activities. It is important for mining companies to understand how mine noise affects the surrounding community so that any adverse effects can be mitigated. Noise monitoring is not only important for employer safety, it can also raise expenditures due to machine replacement, fines, compensation payouts and strict limitations to production schedules.\u00a0This article discusses what mine noise level monitoring is, and how it can benefit mining companies and communities.<\/p>\n

What is mine noise level monitoring?<\/h4>\n

The management of\u00a0noise<\/a>\u00a0from mining operations is a fundamental responsibility of mine operators. Noise level monitoring is one method used to assess the potential for hearing loss among workers and to determine whether noise mitigation measures are effective. Solutions such as sound attenuation can allow for extended operating hours, increased productivity and improved work environments.<\/p>\n

There are a number of different approaches that can be taken to noise level monitoring, depending on the specific needs of the operation. In general, however, noise level monitors are placed at strategic locations around the mine in order to get a comprehensive understanding of the noise environment. Data from these monitors is then analysed to identify areas of high noise exposure and assess the effectiveness of noise mitigation measures.<\/p>\n

Noise level monitoring is an important tool in ensuring the safety and health of workers at mine sites. By identifying areas of high noise exposure, operators can take steps to reduce noise levels and protect workers from potential hearing damage. Sound levels below 85 dBA are considered safe noise level exposure levels. If you are exposed to sound levels at 85 dBA or more for prolonged periods of time, it can cause permanent damage to your hearing.\u00a0Operator noise exposure testing\u00a0can help prevent potential hearing damage to machine operators by ensuring safe noise levels are met.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Mining companies have an obligation to protect the environment and the communities in which they operate. One way of doing this is by\u00a0monitoring noise levels\u00a0from mining operations. Noise level monitoring helps identify and mitigate any potential noise impacts from mining activities. It is important for mining companies to understand how mine noise affects the surrounding community so that any adverse effects can be mitigated. Noise monitoring is not only important for employer safety, it can also raise expenditures due to machine replacement, fines, compensation payouts and strict limitations to production schedules.\u00a0This article discusses what mine noise level monitoring is, and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3512,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[4,61],"class_list":["post-3941","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sound","tag-compliance","tag-environment"],"acf":[],"contentshake_article_id":"","yoast_head":"\nNoise Auditing Services For Mining | Minetek<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Minetek\u2019s noise auditing services for mining help with compliance regulations. 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