Sound, Noise, Vibration and….Circulation October 23, 2006
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"In art processes, noise can be caused by vibration, forging, woodworking and other machinery, pneumatic tools, exhaust fans, etc. In particular, old or improperly maintained equipment tends to create more noise. In general, if someone has to raise their voice to be heard by another person one to two feet away, then the noise level is too high, especially if it is a steady noise....
Some studies have shown that woodworking teachers have a higher rate
of hearing loss than other teachers."
"Sound intensity is measured in decibels (dB), on a
logarithmic scale. In this scale, 90 dB is ten times more
intense than 80 dB, and 110 dB is ten times more intense than 100
dB. The sound intensity doubles for every increase of 3 dB,
showing that small increases in decibel levels can involve large
increases in sound intensity. Table 7-1 shows the decibel levels
of common sounds.
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Table 7-1 Approximate Sound Levels of Common Noise Sources
Source Sound Level (dB)
Jet engine 160
Loud amplified music 118
Planer 115
Portable grinder 110
Circular saw 105
Sander, foundry 95
Classroom teaching voice at 3 feet 75
Normal speaking voice at 3 feet
"Pneumatic and vibrating equipment such as chain saws can also create problems due to vibration. Raynaud's phenomenon, which is also called "white fingers" or "dead fingers", affects the circulation of the fingers, causing them to turn white from lack of blood and to lose sensation. Vibration can cause this, particularly with simultaneous exposure to cold, for example, from the air blast of pneumatic tools. This condition is initially temporary, but can spread to the whole hand and cause permanent damage."
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