Noise-induced hearing loss results in irreversible and serious impact to a person’s quality of life and overall health. Occupational Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (ONIHL) continues to be a problem ...

Work-related hearing loss is a critical health and safety issue. Noise-induced hearing loss is preventable, but once acquired it is permanent and irreversible. Therefore, preventative measures have ...

Exposure to high levels of noise for extended periods of time can cause hearing loss. In accordance with the OSHA Occupational Noise Exposure Standard, employees whose job tasks require them to be ...

Loud noises in the workplace can lead to permanent hearing loss among workers. Banging, drilling and other mechanical processes can produce loud noises that can damage a person’s eardrum. The types of ...

LANDSTUHL, Germany – The World Health Organization has designated March 3 as World Hearing Day. The WHO estimates 466 million people have disabling hearing loss. By 2050, that figure will almost ...

Certain tools and equipment, such as drills, lawnmowers, vacuums, and generators, can create noisy environments in the workplace. Repeated exposure to excessive noise can lead to irreversible hearing ...

The purpose of this Hearing Conservation Program is to protect employees from the adverse effects of excessive noise exposure. This program covers all Western Michigan University employees who may be ...

CU Boulder is committed to protecting employees from hearing loss due to occupational noise exposure. Although CU Boulder attempts to control noise to the extent possible, certain operations may have ...