Hearing Conservation
Learning objectives
- Explain the anatomy and function of the human ear and the mechanisms of hearing loss.
- Analyze workplace noise hazards and their potential impact on employee hearing.
- Analyze different workplace environments and examples where noise hazards are possible.
- Apply OSHArs hearing conservation program requirements, including noise level measurement, employee training, and recordkeeping, to ensure workplace compliance.
- Evaluate existing workplace hearing conservation practices to identify areas for improvement and enhance employee hearing protection measures.
- Develop strategies for managers to oversee, support, and enforce the implementation of hearing conservation measures in the workplace.
Course overview
Noise-induced hearing loss is one of the most overlooked workplace hazards—yet it’s permanent and preventable. This course explores how hearing works, what causes damage, and how OSHA’s hearing conservation standards help protect workers across industries.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
