Prolonged noise exposure can damage your hearing. Even short bursts of sound over 90 decibels (dB) can have an impact.
If your hearing is susceptible to any sounds greater than 90 dB, you should take immediate action to prevent permanent hearing damage. The following should be used as a guide to determine hazardous noise exposure levels:
| Noise Level | Activity |
|---|---|
| 150 db | Most Firearms |
| 140 db | Jet Engine at Takeoff |
| 130 db | Jackhammer |
| 120 db | Ambulance Siren, Amplified Rock Band |
| 115 db | Sandblasting |
| 110 db | Woodworking, Motorcycle |
| 100 db | Pneumatic Drill, Chainsaw |
| 90 db | Lawn Mower, Shop Tools |
| 80 db | City Traffic, Loud Music |
| 75 db | Kitchen Appliances |
| 70 db | Noisy and Crowded Restaurant |
| 65 db | Conversational Speech |
