Evaluation of noise levels in areas and departments of the upper Technological Institute of Guasave

Abstract

The present experimentation is the evaluation of noise levels in laboratories, classrooms and departments of a Higher Education Institution. Its objective is to identify and evaluate the working conditions to which workers and students are exposed when performing tasks. The study was conducted based on the official Mexican Standard NOM 011-STPS-2001 "Conditions of safety and hygiene in workplaces where noise is generated". Using a TES 1353S sound level meter for 4 weeks, evaluating 16 zones, in 2 periods. As a result, it was obtained that 6 of the 16 zones evaluated exceed the maximum permissible exposure limits. And recording discomfort and lack of concentration in the activities to be carried out on workers and students. As a recommendation, the implementation of periodic medical examinations and personal protective equipment for the personnel, in addition to the evaluation of noise levels in the preventive maintenance of the institution.to make the activities more comprehensive.