On this site we have gathered information
concerning noise.
Noise is one of the NRCWE’s strategic research areas. The research includes
noise and hearing and especially the negative effects on well-being and
productivity caused by noise below the level which causes hearing
impairments. The researchers will map noise and problems in the work
environment, but also uncover which effects work environment factors as
well as individual factors must have for noise to be perceived as
uncomfortable. Furthermore, we also study the association between noise,
stress, lack of well-being, reduced productivity and sickness absence as
well as the possibility for making interventions in especially exposed
environments.
The noise area is part of the Government’s 2010 work environment programme.
