A study of annoyance caused by low-frequency noise during mental work

Int J Occup Saf Ergon. 2007;13(2):117-25. doi: 10.1080/10803548.2007.11076715.

Abstract

This article presents the results of an analysis of annoyance caused by low-frequency noise (including infrasonic noise) that occurs at work stations located in offices. The tests covered measurements of acoustic parameters specific for this type of noise and a survey conducted in the working environment and in laboratory conditions at a model of a work station.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cognition*
  • Data Collection
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Noise, Occupational / adverse effects*
  • Occupational Exposure
  • Poland
  • Psychoacoustics*