Farm Safety Roundup, Ep 17: Noise How Loud is Too Loud?

Farm work is loud, but how loud is too loud?

Hearing loss among adult farmers is nearly double that of non farmers, yet it is 100% preventable. In this episode of the Farm Safety Roundup, RealAg’s Shaun Haney talks with Scott McLachlin, Specialized Consultant, Occupational Hygiene, with Workplace Safety & Prevention Services, to unpack what that really means on today’s farms. They explore how every day noise impacts safety, focus and quality of life and the simple, practical steps every farm can take to reduce the risk. 

Tips, tools and resources

To dig deeper into farm ready safety tools and hearing protection resources including this downloadable infographic - Protect Your Hearing Agriculture Noise Infographic, visit wsps.ca/farmsafety 

Canada Farm Safe - Noise and Hearing Protection

Canada (Ministry of Labour) - Protect Your Ears