PGP-788 Protect Your Hearing: Essential Tips from the Living The Wildlife Podcast with Stephen Vantassel

Welcome to another episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast with wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel! This episode focuses on the critical importance of protecting your hearing, especially if you're involved in wildlife control and pest management. Here are the key points discussed:

Stephen Vantassel shares his experiences and stresses the importance of adhering to laws and regulations in pest control. He introduces his latest book, the "Vertebrate Pest Handbook, Third Edition," which focuses on commensal rodents.

Stephen discusses his personal battle with hearing loss due to ear infections and exposure to loud noises. He highlights that 15% of American adults report hearing trouble, with men being twice as likely to suffer due to occupational exposure.

OSHA advises that workers should not be exposed to noise levels above 90 dB for 8 hours per day. Exposure time decreases as noise levels increase. For instance, at 100 dB, exposure should be limited to 2 hours.

Common sources of loud noise include music players, chainsaws, jackhammers, and heavy machinery. Stephen compares different noise levels and underscores the importance of using hearing protection.

Discussed protective measures include foam earplugs, custom-molded earplugs, canal caps, and earmuffs. He advises against using earbuds for hearing protection as they can cause further damage.

Stephen emphasizes the need to plan for noise exposure, prepare necessary protective equipment, and consistently use it. OSHA’s emphasis on the actual use of hearing protection is reiterated.

Protecting your hearing is essential for long-term health and avoiding isolation due to hearing loss. Stephen encourages viewers to reach out with questions or for further consultation and training.

This podcast is a valuable resource for those in the pest management industry, providing practical advice on how to protect your hearing and avoid long-term damage.

Connect with Stephen:

https://wildlifecontrolconsultant.com/
https://kingsdivinity.academia.edu/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxP_IBhnqcgvX_aRM4f91nQ"
https://pestgeekpodcast.com/stephen-vantassel/

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Disclaimer:
Always follow national, state, provincial, and local laws when using pesticides and/or other control methods to manage pests. Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC, Pest Geeks Podcast, Living the Wildlife Podcast, Stephen M. Vantassel, or their/his affiliates are not responsible for the follower’s use of the information provided here or elsewhere. Be sure to read and follow the label directions for any product you use.