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Workers who are exposed to noise greater than 85 dBA Lex (a full shift averaged exposure) must have an annual hearing test. If you have to shout to be heard at arm’s length from a speaker, the noise level may exceed 85 dBA, and noise exposure measurements should be done to determine worker exposures.
