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What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise?

What is the OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise?
¿Cuál es el límite permisible de exposición (PEL) de OSHA para el ruido?
A. 85 dBA for 10 hours – 85 dBA durante 10 horas
B. 80 dBA for 8 hours – 80 dBA durante 8 horas
C. 90 dBA for 8 hours – 90 dBA durante 8 horas
D. 100 dBA for 6 hours – 100 dBA durante 6 horas

Answer

B. 80 dBA for 8 hours – 80 dBA durante 8 horas

The OSHA permissible exposure limit (PEL) for noise is 90 dBA for an 8-hour workday. However, the most commonly referenced guideline for noise exposure is 85 dBA for an 8-hour workday, which is often used as a threshold for implementing hearing conservation programs.

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