Measurement Basics: Don’t Push the Limits By: Donald Finan, Contributor Your sound level meter may be trying to tell you something: It has limits, as do we all. Depending on how far you push someone’s limits, you may receive a very clear response. For sound level meters, the response might not be quite as clear…
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By: Pete Murphy, Contributor What comes to mind when you think of ways to protect yourself on the job? Goggles or glasses to protect your eyes; gloves to protect your hands; and a hard hat to protect your head—but what about hearing protection for your ears? Like all PPE, hearing protection is essential to avoid…
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By: J. Andrew Merkley, AuD, CCC-A, CPS/A, CAOHC Council Chair As of August 2023, the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) celebrates its 50th anniversary of promoting best practices in occupational hearing conservation across the U.S. Historical Perspective The origin of the Council dates back to the mid-1960s, when the American Association of…
Read More >>The sooner kids learn about protecting themselves against hearing loss, the better. Read about how to educate kids of all ages on the importance of hearing protection. For educators and parents who want to teach kids about noise pollution, personal protective equipment and how to avoid hearing loss, there is a treasure trove of information…
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Audiometric Monitoring: Boothless Audiometry is a Reality Workers undergo millions of hearing tests as part of hearing conservation programs (HCP) each year, which are conducted within a sound booth to control background noise. The use of a sound booth often requires a worker to travel offsite to the test location or, sometimes, a mobile trailer…
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By: Rick Farrell, Contributor The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health reports that 22 million workers are exposed to hazardous noise levels annually. Employees across all industries are vulnerable to the effects of noise pollution. However, those in industrial workplaces—mechanics, factory workers, construction workers, etc. —must take extra precautions to stay safe and reduce…
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“Earning a living should not come at the expense of hearing loss.” – William Donovan, OSHA Acting Regional Administrator Overlooking prolonged noise exposure is an expensive proposition. According to the CDC, hearing loss is the third-most common chronic physical ailment in adults, after hypertension and arthritis. Nearly one in 10 people endure noise levels at…
Read More >>By J. Andrew Merkley, AuD, CCC-A, CPS/A CAOHC Council Chair As of August 2023, the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC) celebrates its 50th anniversary of promoting best practices in occupational hearing conservation across the United States. The origin of the Council dates back to the mid 1960’s when the American Association of…
Read More >>Communication is key! We have two immediate openings that are critical for communicating to our NHCA members and the entire field of hearing conservation. This happens through our newsletters, Website and targeted communications. First, we are seeking a Director of Communication (DOC) to finish out the current term ending in February 2025. This volunteer will…
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“OHD is honored to develop and supply technologies that help organizations protect their employees and maintain compliance. We participate in and appreciate the efforts to advance regulation, while promoting economic growth.” Stephanie Lynch, Senior Research and Technology Manager at OHD Background & History OSHA estimates approximately 22 million workers are exposed to potentially damaging occupational…
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