International Journal of Speech and Audiology
2025, Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part A
Effect of noise on industrial and non-industrial worker
Author(s): Sandip P Chaware and Anil Ram Singh Paraste
Abstract: Noise pollution is considered as more important environmental problem, especially in the industrialized and developed countries. Industrial noise is an important source of noise pollution, which annoys and disrupts the daily activities of workers. This study is to investigate and compare the activities and participation of industrial and non-industrial worker with hearing impairment. The current research is a descriptive research using a purposive sample of 300 males in the age range of 30-45 years in two groups. Group-A 150 Industrial workers and 150 Non-industrial workers. Demographic data and information about health status was obtained using structure interview and questionnaire method. Questionnaire was completed by 300 workers during this study in order to determine the physical, physiological, and psycho-social impacts. The results of this study shows that the industrial workers experience more somatic difficulties, while non-industrial workers appear to be more concerned about the personal-social impact of their impairment.
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Sandip P Chaware and Anil Ram Singh Paraste. Effect of noise on industrial and non-industrial worker. International Journal of Speech and Audiology. 2025; 6(2): 13-18.
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