Overview

Hearing Conservation is an awareness level course focused on protecting what you can't get back. You will learn how noise damages your hearing, how to recognize hazardous noise levels, and how to choose and use hearing protection correctly. You will also explore your rights and responsibilities, the real-world impacts of hearing loss, and the steps you can take starting today. Throughout the course, you will be challenged to think about how your awareness, your mindset, and your willingness to speak up play a direct role in keeping your hearing safe.  An interactive simulation is available for desktop, mobile, and VR headsets. Drawn from OSHA Standards 1910.95, 1926.52, 1926.101, and industry best practices.

Objectives

On completion of this course the learner will be able to:

• Explain how noise damages your hearing and why the damage is permanent.
• Recognize dangerous noise levels and know when to take action - on and off the job.
• Choose the right hearing protection and insert earplugs correctly.
• Describe what your employer is required to do and what you are responsible for.
• Identify the warning signs of hearing loss and know what to do about them.

Target Audience

All Employees