| Title: | The influence of auditory dysfunction on ergonomic workplace design for aging employees |
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| Authors: | ID Maletič, Matjaž (Author)
ID Kotnik, Albin (Author)
ID Balantič, Zvone (Author) |
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| Files: |  The_Influence_of_Auditory_Dysfunc-Maletic-2025.pdf (306,64 KB)
MD5: E794EBCBF6A9DCAC4DCAF55621616E66
 https://www.mdpi.com/2039-4349/15/5/109
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Scientific work |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: | FOV - Faculty of Organizational Sciences in Kranj
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| Abstract: | Background/Objectives: This research focuses on the increasing presence of older workers in the labor market, a group particularly vulnerable to hearing problems due to age-related changes and prolonged noise exposure. Methods: The research combines theoretical and empirical approaches to investigate the impact of noise on the workplaces of older employees. The empirical component is based on two primary methods: a survey and audiometric testing to assess participants’ hearing abilities. The study included a sample of 50 older workers, all with diagnosed hearing loss. Results: The results of the survey showed that most older workers are regularly exposed to noise at work, which has long-term negative effects on their hearing. This highlights the need to introduce appropriate protective measures such as personal protective equipment, insulation of noise sources, and raising awareness about the dangers of noise. In addition to the questionnaire survey, the analysis of hearing measurements revealed that all respondents had significant bilateral hearing loss, with sensorineural hearing loss being the most prevalent type. Conclusions: This study highlights the negative impact of chronic noise exposure in the workplace on the hearing, communication and productivity of older workers and emphasizes the importance of combining preventive measures, hearing protection and workplace adaptations to promote their well-being and performance. |
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| Keywords: | hearing dysfunction, older workers, noise exposure, ergonomics, audiometric assessments, workers’ perception |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Submitted for review: | 17.07.2025 |
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| Article acceptance date: | 27.08.2025 |
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| Publication date: | 29.08.2025 |
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| Year of publishing: | 2025 |
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| Number of pages: | 16 str. |
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| Numbering: | Letn. 15, št. 5, št. članka 109 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DKUM-95099  |
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| UDC: | 331.1 |
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| ISSN on article: | 2039-4349 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 247273731 |
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| DOI: | 10.3390/audiolres15050109 |
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| Publication date in DKUM: | 04.09.2025 |
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| Views: | 142 |
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| Downloads: | 10 |
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| Categories: | Misc.
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