EFFECTS OF

NOISE
POLLUTION
 Noise is unwanted or
disturbing sound. It is also
generally defined as regular
exposure to elevated sound
levels that may lead to
adverse effects in humans or
other living organisms.
 According to the World Health Organization, sound levels less
than 70 decibels (dB) are not damaging to living organisms,
regardless of how long or consistent the exposure is. Exposure
for more than eight (8) hours to constant noise beyond 85 dB
may be hazardous. If you work for eight (8) hours daily near a
busy road or highway, you are very likely exposed to traffic
noise pollution around 85dB (Environmental Pollution
Centers).
 In urban areas, some causes of
noise are land transportation
vehicles, airplanes, helicopters,
roadside repairs, ongoing
constructions, and increasing
population.
 Continuous exposure to very loud
sounds can affect the health of
people and may lead to stress,
mental and emotional problems,
and sleeping and hearing
difficulties.
• These problems may further
aggravate the overall health of a
person and eventually lead to
chronic diseases and disorders.
SOME EFFECTS
OF NOISE
POLLUTION:
HEALTH
PROBLEMS
POOR CONCENTRATION
OR UNABLE TO FOCUS
ON THE THINGS YOU
DO
PRODUCTIVITY
LOSSES IN THE
WORKPLACE
COMMUNICATION
DIFFICULTIES
FATIGUE FROM LACK
OF SLEEP