Noise in the material and sterilization center of a public hospital in northern Brazil
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.11606/issn.2317-2770.v24i1p10-18Keywords:
Noise, Occupational Health, Noise MetersAbstract
This study aimed to verify noise levels at the Material and Sterilization Center (CME) of a hospital in northern Brazil, to identify which areas produce a greater amount of sound pressure. The researched establishment is considered a high complexity healthcare unit. A cross-sectional, descriptive exploratory field study was conducted, with a quantitative approach. The data were collected in June and July 2018, using an Icel Manaus DL 4100® decibel meter to identify sound pressure levels (NPS). The measurements were taken in the morning and afternoon. The specific times were established by the sector’s responsible technician. The choice was based on the moments with the highest and lowest levels of activity in the rooms of the CME. As a result, high NPS were found at the site.
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