Effect of Noise from Thermal Power Plant on its Workers

Abstract

The aims of this work was to study the effect of noise, generated from the thermal power station of south Baghdad on its workers’ health. This study also included measuring the noise levels at different places inside the station including turbines pumping stations.  A specific sample of workers from different places, ages and different work periods was sent to the clinic for clinical tests to examine the impact of the noise on their hearing ability and health. Through the analysis of the data and clinical examination 12% of workers had a hearing problems and thus we our recommendations were given; the recommendations emphasized that the workers have to apply occupational safety instructions, conduct periodic inspections, in addition to the removal of those workers affected by noise from their workplaces.