Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
1977
Course Name
Water Industry Hearing Conservation
Contact Hours
1.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Vector Solutions
Primary Contact
Stephanie Tuton
Stephanie.Tuton@vectorsolutions.com
866-546-1212 Ext.
Website
Description
Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most common occupational diseases and the second most self-reported occupational illness or injury. The extent of hearing damage depends on the loudness of noise to which you are subjected and the length of time you are exposed. Unprotected, continued exposure to loud noise, defined by OSHA as noise levels over 85 decibels (averaged over an 8-hour time period), can damage the hair cells of the inner ear and result in permanent hearing loss. At these noise levels, a company must have a Hearing Conservation Program. This course outlines the requirements of a Hearing Conservation Program.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
* The Ear: Anatomy, Function, and Sensitivity
* Effects of Noise
* Examples of Noisy Environments, Activities, and Equipment
* Hearing Loss Perception
* Hearing Conservation Program
* Hearing Protection
* Earmuffs
* Selection of Hearing Protectors
* Employee Training and Information
* Control Measures
Target Audience
This course is intended for professional operators, technicians, and management personnel of water districts, agencies and organizations.
Training Format
Virtual Asynchronous