Noise in Hospitals and Medical Centers
Too much noise in a hospital or medical center causes patient
discomfort and can result in longer recovery times.
The noise usually comes from visitors, staff, patients and from
the movement of equipment.
The Noise Warning Signs take the strain out of reminding people
to keep the noise levels down. The green lights are on all the
time, just as a reminder.
The hand held Noise Meter can be used to assess the noise levels
within the hospital or medical center, and can also be useful when
setting up the Noise Signs. |
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Some Opinions |
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Unnecessary noise is the most cruel abuse of care which can be inflicted on either the sick or the well.
Florence Nightingale, 1859.
The maximum sound level recommended for hospitals is 45 dB during the day and 35 dB at night
Environmental Protection Agency.
We love it. It’s a great reminder for staff when it’s getting too noisy.
Mike Rhodes, Crittenton Hospital, Michigan.
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