Whole Body Vibration Hazards in the Workplace

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Whole-body vibration (WBV) can be defined as more or less organised oscillatory motions of surfaces supporting the body and can be transmitted from the seat, backrest or foot support of a vehicle. Drivers of some mobile machines, including certain tractors, fork lift trucks, overhead cranes and quarrying or earth-moving machinery may be exposed to WBV…

Occupational Noise Exposure – The Decibel Dilemma

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In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we often encounter various sources of noise – be it the roar of traffic, the hum of machinery, or the commotions within towns. While some noise is inevitable, excessive exposure can have detrimental effects on our health, particularly when it comes to industrial settings. Noise is…