- A typical motorcycle produces 95dB of noise which means you can ride for just 4 hrs before risking damage to your ears.
- Most people listen to their headphones at 100dB which can effect hearing after just 2 hrs of use.
- A jet ski can be 115dB which can damage hearing in 15 minutes
- The volume of many concerts can reach 120dB which can damage hearing after just 7 minutes.
- A firecracker puts out 125dB of noise causing damage to the ears in 3 minutes.
- A single gunshot is approximately 140dB and can do immediate damage to your hearing.
Find out more about Dr Jamie Hawkins and Dr Scott Marquardt at www.hearingwithclarity.com or on twitter @drsmarquardt
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
How loud is your world?
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