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(b) the limited time to which people are exposed to
potentially hazardous levels at one sitting,
(c) the relatively infrequent occasions to which youngsters
are able to expose themselves to this hazard, and
(d) the variation in octave bands which occur at discotheques
and pop sessions.
It is obviously a matter of concern particularly as the long term
effects are not known. Again, if any of the above factors change
adversely, a more serious situation could develop.
Action under the Noise Abatement Act can be taken if the noise
produced is shown to be a nuisance to the general public ie those
not attending.
The most important measures that can be taken to control a
potentially hazardous situation is by means of health education,
advice to organisers and performers on sound levels, length of
sessions, frequency of breaks in the music and the wearing of
hearing protectors by the performers and the advice of the public
health inspector trained in the use of sound measurement.
It is known that Mr Fearn is continuing to be interested in this
subject. It is suggested that the Medical Officer of Health should
keep the matter under review, reporting as necessary.
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