• 한국멀티미디어학회논문지
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• 제10권2호
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• pp.200-208
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• 2007

가장 흔한 직업병 중의 하나인 소음성 난청은 알려진 치료법이 없기 때문에 예방하는 것이 매우 중요하다. 청각보호를 위한 다양한 종류의 청각보호구가 시판되고 있으며 청각보호에도 효과가 있는 것으로 알려져 있지만, 착용 시 발생하는 의사소통의 어려움으로 인하여 많은 사용자들이 착용을 꺼리게 된다. 이러한 의사소통의 문제점을 해결하기 위해 음관의 형태를 변화시켜 소형 음향필터를 사용할 수 있다. 본 논문에서는 소형 음향필터들을 설계하였고 이의 특성을 유한요소해석을 통하여 분석하였다. 유한요소해석의 결과로써 길이와 직경에 따라 설계된 소형 음향필터의 특성을 확인하였다. 그리고 유한요소해석을 이용한 필터 모델의 일반적인 추세와 설계된 필터들의 음향적 실험과 일치함을 확인하였다.

• 센서학회지
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• 제13권6호
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• pp.479-487
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• 2004

The prevention of noise induced hearing loss is very important, because there is no treatment for it. There are some kinds of devices for hearing protection, and those are effective in preventing a noise induced hearing loss. However, people often resist the use of hearing protection devices because it is difficult to have a conversation. Therefore, a hearing protection device is must effective not only in hearing protection but also in preserving communication ability. In this paper, we proposed a small acoustic filter for ITE type noise protector to solving the problem about the difficulties of conversation. That is applied a principle of acoustic filters that have been used for a muffler of automobiles, guns, and etc. To find out the sound transmission characteristic at the eardrum, we regarded an acoustic filter and external ear canal as a coupled system. So, we simulated the coupled system with OrCad, and experimented with a designed acoustic filter and a 2 cc coupler which has the same transmission characteristic as the external ear canal has. We confirmed that it is possible to adjustment acoustic transmission characteristics through simulation of electrical model for acoustic filter and external ear and experiments using designed small acoustic filters.

• 산업경영시스템학회지
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• 제18권33호
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• pp.135-141
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• 1995

Hearing protection devices (HPDs) are currently the most common countermeasure against occupational noise-induced hearing loss. Use of HPD is only effective when they are properly Worn. However, industrial workers often do not very them, posing a serious under protection. This paper analyzes several motivational strategies which might be applied improve HPD use in the field. It was concluded that such methods could readily be implemented in the workplace to protect workers exposed to hazardous industrial noises.

• 대한인간공학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한인간공학회 1993년도 추계학술대회논문집
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• pp.15-19
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• 1993

Numerous motivational methodologies were analyzed with respect to improvement of the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the industrial field. Common industrial protective devices under consideration included hearing protection devices, respiratory protection devices, eye and face protection devices, etc. It was found that several of such methods could readily be implemented in the real world to protect workers from hazardous industrial sterssors, such as intense noises, toxic air contaminants, and other dangerous industrial objects (e,g., chemicals). Current research issues and recommendations for future research are addressed.

• 한국음향학회지
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• 제35권1호
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• pp.24-34
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• 2016

최근 청소년들의 개인음향기기(Personal Listening Device, PLD) 사용이 증가하고 있다. PLD의 오남용은 소음성 난청의 원인이 될 수 있다. 이 연구의 목적은 첫째, 청소년의 PLD 이용습관, 청력손실 원인에 대한 지식과 청력 보호에 대한 자세 등을 조사하고, 둘째, 청소년들의 PLD 이용습관, 청력손실의 원인, 청력보호에 대한 자세 등을 평가하기위한 설문지 개발에 있다. 총 41개의 문항으로 구성된 설문지가 개발되었으며, 14-15세의 404명 중학생들이 이 연구에 참여를 하였다. 연구 결과 대부분의 학생들은 건전하게 PLD를 사용하고 있었다. 전체의 30 % 학생이 매일 하루에 3시간 이상을 사용하고 있는 것으로 나타났다. 또한 대부분의 학생들은 청력손실의 원인에 대해서는 잘 알지 못하고 있었으나 청력보호에는 관심이 있는 것으로 나타났다. 이러한 결과를 볼 때 청소년들의 청력보호를 위한 프로그램의 개발이 필요할 것으로 나타났다.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제12권2호
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• pp.184-191
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• 2021

Background: Hearing protection devices (HPDs) are often used in the workplace to prevent hearing damage caused by noise. However, a factor that can lead to hearing loss in the workplace is improper HPD fitting, and the previous literature has shown that instructing workers on how to properly insert their HPDs can make a significant difference in the degree of attenuation. Methods: Two studies were completed on a total of 33 Hydro One workers. A FitCheck Solo field attenuation estimation system was used to measure the personal attenuation rating (PAR) before and after providing one-on-one fitting instructions. In addition, external ear canal diameters were measured, and a questionnaire with items related to frequency of use, confidence, and discomfort was administered. Results: Training led to an improvement in HPD attenuation, particularly for participants with poorer PARs before training. The questionnaire results indicated that much HPD discomfort is caused by heat, humidity, and communication difficulties. External ear canal asymmetry did not appear to significantly influence the measured PAR. Conclusion: In accordance with the previous literature, our studies suggest that one-on-one instruction is an effective training method for HPD use. Addressing discomfort issues from heat, humidity, and communication issues could help to improve the use of HPDs in the workplace. Further research into the effects of canal asymmetry on the PAR is needed.

• 대한간호학회지
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• 제40권5호
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• pp.736-746
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• 2010

Purpose: This study was done to identify the distribution and related factors for stage of change for wearing hearing protection devices (HPDs) by workers in environments with high noise. Predictors of Use of Hearing Protection Model and Trans-theoretical Model were tested. Methods: The participants were 755 workers from 20 noisy work places in Busan and Gyeongnam. Data were collected from January to April 2008 using self-administered questionnaires, and analyzed using multiple logistic regression. Results: There were significant differences in social mode (OR=1.35, 95% CI: 1.06-1.73) between precontemplation/contemplation and preparation stage, in males (OR=2.36, 95% CI: 1.24-4.51), workers with high school education or less (OR=1.39, 95% CI: 1.28-2.78), shift workers (OR=1.50, 95% CI: 1.02-2.21), workers who previously worked in noisy places (OR=1.39, 95% CI: 1.20-2.34), and workers who had previous hearing examinations (OR=1.89, 95% CI: 1.25-2.85), in the social model (OR=1.59, 95% CI: 1.42-1.78), and self-efficacy (OR=1.05, 95% CI: 1.02-1.08) between workers in preparation and action stages, in length of time working in noisy work places (OR=2.26, 95% CI: 1.17-4.39), social model (OR=1.66, 95% CI: 1.33-2.08), and perceived benefit (OR=0.95, 95% CI: 0.93-0.97) between action and maintenance stage. Conclusion: Social model was a common factor showing differences between two adjacent stages for wearing HPDs. The results provide data for developing programs to encourage workers to wear HPDs and application of these programs in work settings.

• 대한소아치과학회지
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• 제47권1호
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• pp.62-69
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• 2020

이 연구는 치과 핸드피스의 소음 수준과 소음 저감 장치의 효과를 평가하기 위한 것이다. 귀 모형은 치과용 핸드피스 작동 중에 내이에 전달되는 소음의 수준을 측정할 수 있도록 설계되었다. 소음의 크기는 귀 모형과 휴대용 소음 측정기를 사용하여 다양한 조건에서 측정되었다. 시판되는 4종의 소음 저감 장치를 귀 모형에 적용한 후 같은 조건에서 소음 수준을 측정한 뒤 비교하였다. 치과 핸드피스의 소음 수준은 조건에 따라 약 82.5 - 84.4 dB이었다. 4종의 소음 저감 장치를 적용했을 때 소음은 67.4 - 73.8 dB로 감소했다. 4종의 장치 모두 핸드피스의 소음을 줄이는데 유의한 효과가 있었다. 강도와 노출 시간을 고려할 때, 치과 소음은 치과 의료진에게 청력 손상을 일으킬 수 있다. 직업적 청력 손상 위험을 예방하기 위해 소음 저감 장치 사용을 고려할 수 있다.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제8권4호
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• pp.364-370
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• 2017

Background: Labeled noise reduction (NR) data presented by manufacturers are considered one of the main challenging issues for occupational experts in employing hearing protection devices (HPDs). This study aimed to determine the actual NR data of typical HPDs using the objective fit testing method with a microphone in real ear (MIRE) method. Methods: Five available commercially earmuff protectors were investigated in 30 workers exposed to reference noise source according to the standard method, ISO 11904-1. Personal attenuation rating (PAR) of the earmuffs was measured based on the MIRE method using a noise dosimeter (SVANTEK, model SV102). Results: The results showed that means of PAR of the earmuffs are from 49% to 86% of the nominal NR rating. The PAR values of earmuffs when a typical eyewear was worn differed statistically (p < 0.05). It is revealed that a typical safety eyewear can reduce the mean of the PAR value by approximately 2.5 dB. The results also showed that measurements based on the MIRE method resulted in low variability. The variability in NR values between individuals, within individuals, and within earmuffs was not the statistically significant (p > 0.05). Conclusion: This study could provide local individual fit data. Ergonomic aspects of the earmuffs and different levels of users experience and awareness can be considered the main factors affecting individual fitting compared with the laboratory condition for acquiring the labeled NR data. Based on the obtained fit testing results, the field application of MIRE can be employed for complementary studies in real workstations while workers perform their regular work duties.

• 한국직업건강간호학회지
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• 제15권1호
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• pp.5-13
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• 2006

Purpose: The research were conducted to identify the knowledge, attitude and the preventive behaviour of noise according to noise-induced hearing loss prevention education and to provide primary data for effective noise-induced hearing loss prevention education for noise-exposed workers. Method: 104 noise-exposed workers were included in this study. The instrument used in this study was knowledge, attitude and preventive behavior of noise tool by Lee & Lee(1996). The first data were collected before the noise education from August to September, 2002. During 6 months, the education was provided, and then the second data were collected from April to May, 2003. Data were analyzed by SPSS 10.0 win program for finding frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and ANOVA. Results: The results of this study were as follows: There were statistically significant differences of knowledge and attitude of noise related education level, and adhesion quality of wearing ear protection equipment after noise education. Also, otitis media's history, received education of the personal protective devices for the hearing conservation was significant in the preventive behaviour of noise. Conclusion: In conclusion, the noise-induced hearing loss prevention education was effective in changing the knowledge, attitude and the prevention behaviour of noise. Therefore, the noise-induced hearing loss prevention education is strongly recommended for noise-exposed workers and it will be necessary repeated education for changing prevention behaviour of noise.